The Common Market a mission-driven distributor of local foods to communities in the Mid-Atlantic Texas Southeast and Great Lakes seeks a Customer Support Associate II to provide exceptional customer service and support to our valued customers. Our mission is to strengthen regional farms while making local products accessible to communities and the institutions that serve them.
In this role you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with our buyer partners ensuring their needs are met and their questions are answered. You will serve as a point of contact for customers handling inquiries resolving issues and providing product information. Additionally you will track orders update customer accounts and collaborate with internal teams to ensure a smooth and seamless customer experience.
FULLY REMOTE Hours are Sunday-Thursday 11AM-7:30 PM Eastern Time the ideal candidate is located near one of our hubs (Atlanta Philadelphia Houston Chicago). The Customer Support Associate supports customers across the country in multiple time zones from New York Philadelphia DC Atlanta Birmingham Houston Chicago.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary point of contact for customers responding to inquiries and providing exceptional customer service
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty
- Drive sales growth from existing customers
- Address customer issues and concerns resolving them in a timely and satisfactory manner
- Provide product information including availability pricing and order status
- Track and monitor customer orders ensuring on-time delivery and accuracy
- Update customer accounts and maintain accurate and up-to-date records
- Collaborate with internal teams including sales marketing and operations to ensure a seamless customer experience
- Communicate customer feedback and insights to internal teams contributing to ongoing improvements and enhancements
- Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry and reporting
Requirements
- Previous customer support or inside sales experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Experience working with CRM systems or customer databases
- Proficient computer skills including MS Office
- Passion for local farm food and sustainable agriculture
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile for customers
- High school diploma or equivalent
Benefits
- $19/ hour
- Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
- 2 Weeks Paid Time Off (Vacation Days Sick)
- 5 Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance (Basic Voluntary & AD&D)
- Retirement Plan (IRA)