Customer Care Specialist II

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Customer Care Specialist 2 - US1 Position Summary: The ideal candidate hasexcellentcommunication skills and providesquick resolution for bothinternal and externalcustomers. They will build strong relationships with customers and serve as a liaison between customers and cross-functional groups across the company.The candidate should have experience managing orderentry/fulfillment, inquiry and case management utilizing multiple systems and always provide an exceptional customer experience that promotes retention and loyalty. Candidate to be located in San Diego Responsibilities includebut not limited to: Provides phone and email support to internal and external customers ensuring requests are captured and resolved promptly. Validates all aspects of orders to ensure order accuracy, completeness and technical feasibility along with company requirements for shipping to meet customer needs and revenue recognition requirements. Ensures communication is maintained throughout the ordering process by providing customers and sales with order verification, updates on delivery dates, product availability and pricing. Proactively reviews and updates backlog and manages ship schedules to ensure timely delivery. Drives MyIllumina utilization through tailored interactions and provides continuous personalized support by troubleshooting issues and/or providing guidance for utilizing oureCommerce/B2B platform. Uses judgement and expertise to proactively recognize matters needing attention or escalation and initiates action by communicating to appropriate internal teams and/or management to drive resolution. Seeks to understand customer needs and thinks big picture before offering solutions. Drives cross-functional efforts to remove roadblocks and/or works independently to resolve complex orders and customer issues and clearly articulates resolution to internal partners and customers. Collaborates with internal teams, including Technical Support, Sales, Finance, Digital, Supply Chain and Commercial Operations, to ensure seamless customer experiences. Works closely with the Regional Commercial team to support business/customer needs and identify and pass leads to sales team as appropriate. Develops understanding of Illumina's account management requirements and identifies opportunities to improve the customer experience. Supports short and/orlong-termprojects as a volunteer or per assignment. Supports key accounts and/or specific business areasas assigned. May attend customer in-person visits and/or virtual meetings to identify areas of improvements on order-to-delivery process and propose solutions to close process gaps Ability to understand policies, practices and procedures in order to exercise good judgement and determine appropriate action. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations and/or datarequires a review of multiple factors. Education: Bachelorsdegree preferred.Equivalent years of experience considered. Skills and Experience: Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to listen, adjust, influence, and deliver outstanding customer experiences. Previous life sciences company experience a plus 2+years experiencein acustomersupport or sales support roleor equivalent. Proven ability to clearly convey complex ideas andconcepts. Proven ability to coordinateand collaboratewith cross-functional teams to support customerneeds. Proficiency inusing Microsoft Office and CRM and/or ERP systems (SAP, SFDC). Diligent and detail-oriented with proven ability to be highly productive andaccurate. Ability to compile data and prepare reports for ad-hoc transactional use and analyzes data to drive decision making. The estimated base salary range for the Customer Care Specialist II role based in the United States of America is: $61,700 - $92,500. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individuals qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. At Illumina, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by cultivating an environment in which everyone contributes to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and demonstrate our collective commitment to diversity and inclusion in the communities we live and work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact accommodations@illumina.com. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf. The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The potential of genomics to change the world is unparalleled. At Illumina, we are leading the way. Our technology empowers researchers and clinicians globally to improve cancer treatments, change the course of diseases, protect the environment, and fight food insecurity. We are made up of dedicated professionals, all-in on creating a better world and we need every skill set on our path to making genomics useful for all. Learn more about life at Illumina.