Customer Service Coordinator

Kelco Industries•Angola, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kelco Industries is a market leader in cost-effective, high performance, custom engineered components for a wide variety of industries. We invest in the latest technologies and top talent, and because we are privately held, we answer only to our customers – so we can make fast decisions that move our business and our customers forward. Kelco is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We further are committed to considering all qualified individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodation as needed throughout the hiring process. The Customer Service Coordinator coordinates customer orders and serves as a primary contact for key and high-volume accounts. Working with Sales, Production, Shipping, Quality, and logistics partners, this position monitors orders from entry through delivery, resolves service issues, and keeps customers informed. The role supports accurate order processing, timely follow-up, and continuous improvement in the customer experience.

Requirements

Associate degree preferred, or equivalent customer service work experience.
At least three years of customer service experience, preferably in manufacturing or a supply chain environment.
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and order management platforms.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word for order tracking, reporting, and customer communication.

Responsibilities

Coordinate customer orders from receipt through shipment and delivery. Verify order details, including product specifications, quantities, pricing, requested delivery dates, and shipping requirements, and maintain accurate records in the ERP system.
Serve as a primary contact for assigned key and high-volume accounts. Respond promptly to inquiries, communicate order status, and follow through on customer commitments.
Work with Sales, Production, and Shipping to confirm order requirements and delivery schedules. Identify capacity, material, or shipping concerns and communicate realistic expectations to customers.
Monitor open orders and backorders, coordinate expediting when needed, and proactively notify customers of delays or changes. Escalate issues requiring management support.
Investigate and resolve order discrepancies and customer service concerns. Coordinate returns, credits, and product complaints with Quality, Production, and other appropriate departments, following established approval procedures.
Coordinate shipment details with Shipping to support accurate documentation and timely delivery.
Prepare and maintain customer service reports, order tracking spreadsheets, and performance metrics. Identify recurring issues and communicate trends and recommended improvements to management.
Participate in Kaizen and other continuous improvement activities to improve order accuracy, response time, and customer satisfaction.
Perform other related duties as assigned.