Customer Service Rep

Position: Customer Care Representative Reports to Title: Customer Care Manager Department/Division: Customer Care Primary Work Location: Shakopee, MN Job Code/Classification: Non-Exempt Position Overview The Customer Care Representative is responsible for engaging with customers on behalf of GN ReSound. Their duties include, but are not limited to, answering phone calls and emails from customers to answer questions, participate in meetings with the interdepartmental meetings including with Sales teams to discover new communication tactics and maintain expert knowledge about company products and services to best help customers. Essential Functions (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Manage inbound calls from various phone queues and other customer interactions such as email. Shall have the ability to analyze complex problems and recommend, monitor, and execute best practice solutions. Handle customer inquiries regarding order status and delivery dates, product warranty status, product options and specifications, dispenser referrals, etc. Collaborate with Sales counterparts by proactively contacting customers to discuss and resolve sales and service inquiries. Utilize salesforce.com to document customer interactions, identify opportunities and need to file customer complaints and/or business-related issues, provide feedback to the customer regarding process improvements made and/or service action taken. Research and resolve inquiries regarding mis-shipments, finance matters, and history of devices. Provide support for customer facing platforms such as ReSoundPro (e-commerce), GN Online Services, and Accelerate (customer loyalty program). Actively pursue opportunities for Continuous Improvement and implementation. Perform responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism. Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, customers, and business partners. Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned. Competencies (Knowledge and Skills needed for this position.) Team work ethic and ability to create a positive customer experience. Exhibit excellent telephone etiquette including professionalism, empathy, and problem resolution skills. Strong communication skills both verbal and written. Exceptional organizational skills. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development. Ability to work in a high fast paced, multi-tasking environment Desired Qualifications Required Education: High school diploma and/or equivalent. Preferred Education: Post-secondary education, including Associates Degree or higher, strongly preferred Experience: 2+ years of customer service experience Proficient in Microsoft Office business applications including Outlook and Excel Ability to communicate information and respond to inquiries from both internal and external customers, verbally and written. Travel: 0%-5% based on opportunity and need Other: Other Information Direct reports: n/a Indirect reports: n/a Working Environment: Open office setting with adjustable standing/sitting office furnishings Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up-to 10lbs if required Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Full-time Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, plus overtime as needed. Hours: 10am -7pm CT About Us At ReSound, people with hearing loss are at the heart of what we do. In an ever-smarter world, we think big and challenge the norm so that we can transform lives through the power of sound. A life that empowers you to hear more, do more and be more than you ever thought possible. What We Offer As a leading medical device manufacturer, we value our employees and offer competitive wages and benefits including: - Generous Benefits including PTO and Paid Holidays - 401k with Company match - Paid Parental Leave & Transition Back to Work Benefits - Company HSA Contributions - Free Hearing Aids for Family Members We encourage you to apply Even if you dont match all the above-mentioned skills, we will gladly receive your application if you think you have transferrable skills. We highly value a mindset, motivation, and energy, that aligns with our core values, to not only ensure growth for you, but for your team and the wider GN organization as well. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process GN ReSound welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. We make life sound better by developing intelligent sound solutions that transform lives through the power of sound, enabling you to hear more, do more & be more than you ever thought possible. Our integrated headset and communications solutions assist professionals in all types of businesses in being more productive. Our wireless headsets are designed to fit any lifestyle - from sports enthusiasts to commuters and office workers. ReSound is part of the GN group, which operates in more than 90 countries across the world. Founded in 1869, GN group today has more than 7,000 employees. Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target hourly rate for this position can range from $22.50 - $25.25. Compensation for roles at GN depend on a wide array of factors including but not limited to location, role, skill set, and level of experience. To remain competitive, GN offers a competitive benefits package, including annual bonuses, health insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays. E-Verify: GN participates in E-Verify. View the E-Verify poster here. View the Right to Work poster here. Disability Accommodation If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com. This email is provided for the purpose of supporting applicants who have a disability that prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Emails left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At ReSound, people with hearing loss are at the heart of everything we do because we know theyre placing their trust in us. This is why we havent stopped pioneering innovative new technologies, with consistent quality, for over 150 years to help them feel more involved, connected and in control, transforming their lives through the power of sound. Available exclusively through audiologists and hearing care professionals. ReSound is part of the GN Group which was founded with a truly innovative and global mindset. Today, we honor that legacy with world-leading expertise in the human ear, sound, wireless technology, miniaturization and collaborations with leading technology partners. GN's solutions are marketed by the brands ReSound, Beltone, Interton, Jabra and BlueParrott in 100 countries. Founded in 1869, the GN Group employs more than 6,000 people and is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen (GN.CO). If you would like to learn more about our brand, please click on the link to explore our universe of sound. FEDERAL HEALTH CARE PRICE TRANSPARENCY REQUIREMENTS The Federal Health Care Price Transparency Requirements have created Machine Readable Files to make public the financial arrangements in place between heath plans and providers. These files are designed to be read by a computer and are intended to be available at the industry level for health care researchers, policymakers, analytics companies and applications software to have access to health plan costs nationally on an aggregate basis for the first time. Machine-readable files are a requirement of the Transparency in Coverage Final Rule. Health insurers are required to publicly display certain health care price information via machine-readable files on their websites. GNs (ReSound, Beltone and Audigy) medical provider, BCBSMN will have Transparency in Coverage (TiC) information available. Click here to view BCBSMN TiCs information on services on how machine readable files will help with the new transparency requirements. GN ReSound is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If youd like to view a copy of the companys affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail bloomington-humanresources@gnresound.com. This email is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.