Packaged Gases Customer Service Representative - Paris, TX

Matheson Tri-Gas; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Matheson Tri-Gas is seeking a Customer Service Representative to respond to existing and prospective customers and sales regarding orders, pricing and technical information. You will manage orders from identification to delivery and invoicing, coordinating with Sales, Logistics and Technical Support to ensure top-tier service and data integrity.

The CSR will maintain accurate customer data, handle credits/debits and returns promptly, and provide timely updates on product availability and

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is common for this role.
• Experience in customer service, ideally in industrial/technical environments.
• Proficiency with MS Office and ability to learn ERP/transaction systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop customer relationships and provide prompt, professional service.
• Manage orders from identification through delivery and invoicing.
• Coordinate with Sales, Marketing, Logistics and Technical Support to meet performance standards.
• Process credits/debits and returns within policy to minimize receivables impact.
• Communicate changes in product availability or delivery promises to customers.

Skills

Customer-focused

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associates

Bachelor's degree – Business/Marketing/Sciences (Preferred)

Tools

Excel

Word

Visio

PowerPoint

Adobe

Outlook

Webex

TIMS

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Customer Service Representative (CSR) responds to existing and prospective customers and sales concerning accepting, shipping and delivery of Matheson Tri‑Gas (MTG) products and services and ensures that orders are properly invoiced. Additionally, the CSR is responsible for managing requests for products, price and technical information. The job incumbent selects and utilizes the resources necessary to provide superior customer service and to take advantage of opportunities to increase product sales. This individual works closely with Sales, Marketing, Logistics and Technical Support to ensure that the customer service provided meets the performance expectations of the divisions (businesses/markets).

Salary Range: $25.00 - $26.50 per hour + Quarterly bonus potential of up to $900.00

Essential Functions

• Responsible for developing customer relationships ensuring that both new and existing customers have the best possible opinion of MTG at their first interface with the order fulfillment process by providing prompt, professional and friendly service that communicates a sincere customer focus and with a high sense of urgency.
• Through phone contact and/or
• Through customer visits on/off site with strategic customers
• Responsible for managing orders from new or existing customers from the time a new customer is identified until the product has been delivered and invoicing is completed which includes:
• Capturing then updating customer specific data - name, account number, item numbers/descriptions, quantities, pricing, special delivery needs, packaging/labeling, shipping and quality documentation requirements as well as billing needs per account or per order, as required.
• Querying customer to identify their needs and then defining options/services, which MTG can provide.
• Being knowledgeable of MTG's functional organization, the business/markets served and their special needs and product types.
• Understanding the workings of a complex, transaction -based enterprise computer system so that customer/item specific data is entered and edited in a manner that results in the best possible data integrity.
• Matching the needs defined by customers, which could be unique by order, with the capabilities of MTG in the most constructive manner.
• Processing credits/debits and customer returns on a timely basis within defined policies and procedures to minimize impact on MTG's receivables and to ensure that customer adjustments are not an on-going source of customer dissatisfaction.
• Providing timely notification to customer's regarding changes in product availability, delivery promises or any other capability that was promised at the time order commitments are made.
• Having the broadest possible understanding of the impact of actions regarding customer relationship failures, shipping wrong product due to a misunderstanding or order entry error or not having a sense of urgency for completing returns/adjustments.
• Responsible for identifying problematic situations that if not addressed would result in a "lost customer", notifying the right people or functions promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and then following up to ensure resolution.
• Responsible for identifying and communicating opportunities or trends based upon customer requests or comments that could lead to a new market or area for improvement for MTG.
• Responsible for making decisions within corporate policies and guidelines.
• Responsible for on-going self-development regarding business management, market understanding, problem solving, conflict resolution, negotiation and to improve soft skills that determine the difference between minimally acceptable service and "customer delight".

CORE COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (Skills essential to job success)

Interpersonal savvy, functional and technical skills, organizing, time management, problem solving, customer focus, negotiating and timely decision making.

CORE COMPETENCIES DESIRED (Skills that enhance job success)

Peer relationships, dealing with ambiguity, composure, integrity and trust.

Technical Knowledge:

• Knowledge of MTG's business
• Knowledge of MTG's functional areas
• Knowledge of MTG's products
• Knowledge of MTG's transaction systems
• Telephone Communications
• Computer skills
• Knowledge of invoicing and shipping procedures
• Knowledge of compliance and regulations as it relates to shipping/handling of MTG's products

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Associates
• Bachelor's Degree – B.S. in Business, Marketing or the Sciences (Preferred)

Experience

• 1-3 years
• 3-5 years – 3 plus years experience in Customer Service, preferably in an industrial/technical environment And/or B.S. in Business, Marketing or the Sciences
• 7-9 years
• 10+ years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excel, Word, Visio, Power Point, Adobe, Outlook, Webex, TIMS a plus

Licenses and Certifications

(None listed)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - X
• Move/Traverse - X
• Stationary Position/Seated - X
• Transport/Lifting - X
• Transport/Carrying - X
• Exerting Force/Pushing - X
• Exerting Force/Pulling - X
• Ascend/Descend - X
• Balancing - X
• Position Self/Stooping - X
• Position Self/Kneeling - X
• Position Self/Crouching - X
• Position Self/Crawling - X
• Reaching - X
• Handling - X
• Grasping - X
• Feeling - X
• Communicate/Talking - X
• Communicate/Hearing - X
• Repetitive Motions - X
• Coordination - X

Travel Requirements

(None listed)

Mental Demands

• Working Condition - N/A
• Rarely
• Occasionally
• Frequently
• Constantly

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth under EEOC.. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability