Customer Service Specialist - Remote
About The Position
At Local Crafts, we believe in saying “YES” to our customers whenever we can. Great customer service means being friendly, knowledgeable, and accurate, setting the right expectations while creating a welcoming, supportive experience for our diverse community of makers. Our team is dedicated to helping our customers love what they make. If you’re passionate about problem-solving, teamwork, and the craft community, we’d love to hear from you! We’re not just about providing support; we’re focused on creating a great experience. As a Customer Service Specialist, you’ll be the voice of our company across phone, email, and live chat. You’ll help customers place orders, navigate our websites, answer questions about yarn, fabric, and crafting products, resolve shipping and payment issues, and ensure every interaction reflects our values of care and creativity. Our Customer Service team supports multiple brands under the Local Crafts umbrella, and you will play a key role in shaping a consistent, positive experience for them all.
Requirements
- 2+ years recent experience handling customer contacts by chat, email, and phone for an online retailer.
- Experience resolving order, shipping, and return issues independently, with minimal oversight.
- Familiarity with knitting, crochet, or quilting tools and techniques.
- Strong computer and web navigation skills; comfortable adapting to new systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Clear, accurate writing with strong spelling, grammar, and attention to detail.
- Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Zendesk or similar CS platforms.
- Experience with NetSuite, Shopify, or other order management systems.
- Advanced knitting or crochet knowledge, with ability to read, troubleshoot, and explain patterns.
Responsibilities
- Support customers across multiple brands by phone, email, web forms, and live chat.
- Provide knowledgeable, accurate, timely, and friendly responses.
- Use sound judgment to resolve issues, offer the right solution (such as a replacement, refund, or credit), and escalate when needed.
- Answer questions about knitting, crochet, and quilting tools, techniques, and patterns.
- Use in-house systems to enter orders, update account details, track shipments, and explain return processes.
- Write clear, thoughtful responses that reflect our brand voice, knowing that emails and chats may be shared publicly.
- Collaborate with teammates and other departments to ensure smooth resolution of customer issues.
- Take on special projects or additional tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options after 30 days (with company contributions to the premium costs)
- Healthcare Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Company-paid Life, Short and Long-Term Disability, and worldwide travel assistance benefits
- Voluntary life and income replacement plans
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Employee discounts at all Local Crafts companies!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
