Customer Service Representative

Vantage Specialty Chemicals•Gurnee, IL

37d•$65,000 - $76,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Customer Service representative will be in charge of processing purchase orders received from customers and supported sales representatives. Monitor deliveries and inventory levels to ensure timely fulfillment and provide responsive, high-quality customer service in line with established service agreements. Adhere to regional guidelines and actively contribute to process improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Coordination team.

Requirements

Students from the eighth semester onward pursuing a professional degree in Administration, engineering or related fields.
2-3 years or less in customer service related areas.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple priorities.
Accuracy and attention to detail when entering, reviewing, and managing customer orders.
Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions for customers.
Solid interpersonal skills to collaborate with sales teams, logistics, finance, and other internal areas.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams) and other productivity tools.
Customer-focus mindset with the ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
High sense of ownership and accountability in service delivery.
Empathy and patience when handling customer concerns.
Adaptability to fast-paced environments and operational changes.
Natural collaborator, contributing to a positive team dynamic.
Continuous improvement mindset, always seeking opportunities to optimize processes.

Responsibilities

Accurately and promptly enter purchase orders received from customers and from the sales representatives they support.
Monitor deliveries, shipments, and inventory levels to ensure compliance with established timelines and agreements.
Provide timely customer service by managing inquiries, requests, and requirements in accordance with the company’s service standards.
Operate under the guidelines established for the region, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and best practices.
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives, working together with the Coordination team to optimize processes and enhance service quality.