Customer Support Specialist

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.•Southampton, PA

13d•$26 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities! Position Objective: The Customer Support Specialist is responsible for the professional and efficient servicing of all customers calls in the rental and sale of all types of construction/industrial equipment and store items. This position is considered the Company’s front line of contact with the customer, whose purpose is to understand customer equipment needs, negotiate and place orders and create rental contracts, and support sales development and customer satisfaction efforts with a courteous, helpful and professional attitude at all times. Position may be responsible for additional tasks to support Customer Obsession and may train and mentor local Equipment Rental Specialists.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
At least 3 years of equipment rental industry experience preferred
Comprehensive knowledge of construction equipment and pricing policy
Strong telephone skills
Customer service aptitude
Effective written and oral communication skills
Solid computer skills
Able to read instructions, numbers legibly in English

Nice To Haves

4-year college degree with at least 1 year of equipment rental experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides responsive, exemplary customer service to current and potential customers
Determines/understands customer equipment needs through questioning and qualifying; provides alternative equipment suggestions to customers if appropriate based upon information obtained using an extensive knowledge of all equipment available
Negotiates price and volume of original orders by maximizing rate and volume
Places high volumes of equipment orders by obtaining customer information (checking customer account or obtaining credit application for new customer); finalizes details about when, where and what equipment is required; selects equipment/merchandise from inventory and places the rental/purchase order in the computer system; organizes transportation for orders (i.e. coordinates deliveries and collections while optimizing the use of transport); processes cash rentals (complete identity checks, obtain prepayment and deposit, if required)
Improve revenue and service standards by accurately establishing customers’ needs and identifying opportunities for additional rental and sales requirement
Secures equipment by checking availability of equipment with shop (performs research to determine when unavailable equipment will become available); provides adequate notice to Dispatch and Service Departments for upcoming equipment requirements
Administers rental contracts (new and existing) including on and off rental dates, rates and all ancillary charges, amendments, suspensions (ensuring prompt collection of equipment), terminations (ensuring all ancillary charges are made), filing of contracts and related paperwork, and checking invoices and credit memos against contract files
Handles customer complaints in a professional manner in order to resolve the complaint to the satisfaction of the customer and Sunbelt Rentals
Supports sales and marketing efforts by performing prospecting calls, forwarding sales leads and incoming inquiries to the sales group, and acting as a liaison for marketing in respect to product promotions and frequent renter programs
Records details of calls in phone log and maintains lost rent logs
Continues to develop and grow with the business segments to ensure that the leadership staff is knowledgeable of any and all opportunities that may arise
Participates in After Hours and Emergency Response efforts including local and regional responses as well as participation in national event response efforts
Follows Standard Operating Procedures
Ensures all activity and customer transactions are performed within Sunbelt safety policies
Assist in training and development for new hires in the district; may serve as a mentor to local ERS’
Makes recommendations for improvement of all existing processes and procedures
Collaborates with Dispatch and Service teams to improve customer experience
Communicates clearly and concisely with customers, colleagues, shop, drivers, and other Sunbelt locations
Performs other duties as assigned by the manager