French Bilingual Customer Support Specialist Remote

VSP Vision; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is seeking a Customer Support Representative to respond to inquiries from members, clients, providers, and partners via phone, in person, or email. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, issue resolution, and educating customers on product benefits.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of customer service experience, be bilingual, and willing to work various shifts including weekends. Proficiency in MS Office and internet usage is required.

Qualifications

• One to two years of customer service experience in handling moderate to complex customer inquiries in call center, insurance, manufacturing, software, telecommunications, retail, or eyewear industries
• Must be bilingual and able to fluently speak two languages
• Available to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and/or overnight
• Demonstrated internet knowledge and understanding of basic internet browser settings
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple software programs simultaneously
• Working knowledge of MS Office package
• Effective verbal communication skills to prioritize multiple tasks and to be available for incoming calls and inquiries
• Effective written communication skills to clearly document customer situations, as well as prepare letters to confirm agreements made
• Excellent interpersonal and rapport-building skills
• Ability to ask appropriate and relevant questions to identify customer needs
• Proven problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Ability to use appropriate discretion and judgment in applying customer/call handling guidelines
• Ability to listen, process transactions, and interact with customers simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• If this position acts as a third-party administrator (TPA) for processing payments, then candidates will be subject to a credit check
• In order to perform the duties of a Customer Support Representative successfully and consistently on our systems and networks, the following internet and equipment are required

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer inquiries ranging from routine to complex from members, clients, providers, and internal/external business partners; inquiries may range from telephone, in person, or via the internet/e-email
• Contingent on the Line of Business (LOB), requires in-depth knowledge in the following areas: Prescriptions, Plans, Products, Services, and Procedures
• Research and resolve issues/complaints and determine appropriate resolution(s)
• Solve problems and assist with issues that may not fit the cookie-cutter solution
• Effectively educate and influence customers and prospective customers on the value and benefits that the company offers through its products, services, and solutions
• Identify customer trends and communicate to appropriate business partners, leaders, and divisions; suggest necessary corrections, changes, or solutions; appropriately elevate situations that could have organization-wide impacts
• Effectively maintain specific line of business Customer Service standards and support level standards
• Remain current on all changes to Customer Service policy, procedures, and product/services/solutions information to respond to customer inquiries accurately and consistently
• Contingent on the LOB, may require attendance at benefit fairs, open enrollment meetings, and client meetings to provide information to attendees; available for occasional overnight travel
• Contingent on the LOB, may support Sales Representatives for any inquiry related to their customer orders
• Contingent on the LOB, may be the first point of contact for Sales Representatives, not related to customer orders
• Contingent on the LOB, may process claims based on business needs and workflow fluctuations

Skills

Customer service experience

Bilingual

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Job description

VSP Vision is seeking a Customer Support Representative to respond to inquiries from members, clients, providers, and partners via phone, in person, or email. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, issue resolution, and educating customers on product benefits.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of customer service experience, be bilingual, and willing to work various shifts including weekends. Proficiency in MS Office and internet usage is required.