Customer Service Agent

Flexi Customer Service Agent

A part of Colgate-Palmolive since 1976, Hill's Pet Nutrition offers the highest-quality pet nutrition available through product lines Prescription Diet and Science Diet. Veterinarians worldwide recommend and feed their own pets Hill's products more than any other brand of pet food. Available in approximately 80 countries around the world, our extensive line of products includes more than 60 Prescription Diet brand pet foods and more than 50 Science Diet brand pet foods. We believe all animals should be loved and cared for during their lifetimes. That is why we are proud our pet foods can make a difference in your pet's life. A career at Hill's Pet Nutrition or Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work / life effectiveness.

The Flexi Customer Service Agent is responsible for delivering an exceptional customer experience to Hill's customers and / or consumers. The role consists of interactions over phone, email, chat or other systems. The agent may handle a variety of responsibilities to include, but not limited to placing special orders, answering product, technical or service questions, troubleshooting issues that may be technical or service related, addressing praise or complaints appropriately, and maintaining account information. The candidate must also possess the ability to work cross functionally on various types of work during a shift. This is a Flex position for nine months. Eligible to apply for a permanent position 30 days prior to the contract end date or at the beginning of the ninth month of employment.

What You Will Do :

• Respond to, research and resolve customer inquiries / issues
• Provide quality service and support for both Hill's consumers and customers in a variety of areas including, but not limited to product information, registration and password assistance, delivery inquiries, technical issues, EDI, Platform assistance, and finance questions
• Provide quality service and support in a variety of areas including telephone, email, chat, social media and letter inquiries (complaints, suggestions, praise, questions, and issues) from pet owners, retailers, breeders, field personnel, etc
• Summarize and enter all data accurately and thoroughly in computer system following established guidelines
• Interact with, build rapport, and create goodwill across Hill's stakeholders by applying Procedure Flows and escalating exceptions as needed
• Analyze personal performance metrics and amplify strengths and opportunities for growth
• Participate within team to identify strengths and process improvements
• Report system concerns, help with issue identification, submit IT ticket requests and conduct systems testing
• Provide quality service and support in a variety of areas including, but not limited to more specialized services, system testing, refunds & exchanges, website navigation, and complete feeding calculations using Quick Reco
• Support marketing promotions with follow-up coupons, delight bags and swag to pet parents

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Compensation and Benefits : Salary Range $38,400.00 - $48,000.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits : Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation / PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. Our Commitment to Inclusion : Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer : Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.