Customer Service Representative
Automotive Keys Group (AKG)About the role
Job Details
Job Location AKG Main HQ Office - Vernon Hills, ILPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level Bachelor's DegreeDescription
Role Summary:
The Customer Service Representative role is focused on delivering excellent service to customers and retail partners. This position handles a high volume of phone calls and emails, responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and supporting order processing. Working closely with the sales and service teams, this role helps ensure smooth day-to-day operations of our key replacement program by maintaining accurate records, processing orders, and assisting with retail partner communication. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional customer service by answering incoming calls and responding to inquiries with professionalism and a positive attitude
- Handle and resolve customer and retail partner issues promptly and thoroughly
- Accurately enter and manage sales orders, ensuring all details are correct and up to date
- Support the sales team with order processing, follow-ups, and program-related tasks
- Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners to ensure program success
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, account updates, and program documentation
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure product data, pricing, and SKUs are accurate across systems
- Coordinate with Marketing to support in-store signage and display needs for retail locations
- Proactively identify opportunities for program improvements that enhance the customer and retail experience
- Ensure all communication and support follow company policies and procedures
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
- 2+ years in an administrative support or customer service role.
- Familiarity with retail operations.
- Experience in hardware, automotive, home improvement and mass merchant segments.
Pay: $21 - $24 per hour.
Comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time-Off, flexible work schedule.
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