Customer Experience Representative

Airgas•Tulsa, OK

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

Airgas is Hiring for a Customer Experience Representative in Tulsa,OK! At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. We are invested in cultivating a dynamic and inclusive culture. We are looking for you! Strong passion for fostering an environment of Diversity, Inclusion and Respect. Experience with developing, contributing, and supporting Airgas' commitment to a World Class Service, exceeding customer expectations and building brand loyalty. Hybrid Work Schedule Excellent Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance, Vacation, Sick, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance and much more! Benefits Start after 30 days of employment

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Understanding of quality customer service and the relationship to collection efforts.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
An ability to see the collections operation as a financially oriented customer service function which balances cost control with support for the business.
The candidate must be able to problem solve and quickly research solutions
The successful candidate must have a strong “client service” mindset and the ability to use collaborative and non-adversarial approaches in achieving diverse goals.

Nice To Haves

A proven track record of success in prior collection roles, a plus.
Some commercial collection experience is preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish) a plus, but not required.
Experience with SAP and/or ERP systems a plus, basic excel experience.

Responsibilities

Identify account risks, potential credit problems, spotting AR trends, disputes, and other customer issues.
Service oriented, effective communications, follow up skills, critical thinking, team player, conflict resolution skills, adaptability, active listening, decision making, extreme ownership, and empathy.
Communicates potential risks to CX Supervisor, as well as field contacts (Branch Manager, Account Manager, Area Sales Manager, or District Manager).
Escalate significant matters to Accounts Receivable Supervisor and up.
Contact customers regarding invoices/accounts which are past due.
Provide information as requested in order to facilitate a quick remittance.
Obtain future pay information.
Review/release/escalate sales on a routine basis throughout the work day.
Prioritize portfolio so collection efforts result in maximum benefits.
Watch for key indicators when a customer account is falling behind, becoming delinquent.
Maintain quality relationships with branch managers, account managers, district managers and AVPs. These relationships can be critical with collection efforts. Involve regional collections managers when possible and keep them informed of issues at all times.
Documentation is critical, log conversations, e-mails and other communications. Organize documentation to facilitate follow-up efforts.
Initiate appropriate follow-up action on mail returned as undeliverable.
Identify errors and discrepancies on customers’ accounts. Create, investigate, and resolve disputes from beginning to end.
General understanding of all other CX disciplines: cash apps, data integrity, account set up, credit, tax, cylinder assets, analytics, disputes, credit memos, pricing
Utilize customer service skills at all times to ensure collections efforts do not impair customer relationships.
Special projects and other duties as assigned