Kia Product Genius

Jenkins KIA of Cocoa•Cocoa, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to ensure customer satisfaction and retention for new, certified and preowned vehicle sales as well as service. The Customer Relations Specialist ensures loyalty and advocacy from our customers both internal and external.

Requirements

Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

Handles difficult client issues in sales and/or service, a.k.a. “heat cases.”
Coordinates and facilitates all manufacturer, customer appreciation/clinic, and other events throughout the year.
Serves as customer relations representative in offsite events as needed, even outside of normal work schedule.
Identifies areas of needed improvement by monitoring client feedback as a basis for resolution and continuous improvement.
Contacts customers via phone and email to ensure satisfaction.
Maintains client feedback records and develops strategies to implement best practices.
Compiles data and submits reports regularly and as needed to management.
Communicates with the General Manager and Customer & Community Relations Director regularly to share data and develop solutions, set goals and correct any ongoing issues.
Maintains database of employee photos and updates staff website photos regularly.
Assists the GM with coaching staff on customer service best practices to enhance the image of the dealership and strengthen manufacturer customer satisfaction scores/ratings.
Monitors, posts and comments on online review sites and social media sites on behalf of the dealership as needed.
Provides monthly content for dealership customer e-newsletters.
Ensures excellent customer experiences are maintained.
Ensures proper managers have received copies/notice of any written complaints.
Keep records of all customer complaints and solutions.
After gathering a complaint, contacts the appropriate personnel and follows up with all parties involved to determine what actions were taken.
Continues follow up until complaint is completely resolved.
Serves as a store level compliance liaison by monitoring Red Flag and Safeguard compliance issues, completing a monthly checklist, and reminding staff of best practices.
Sends checklist to GM and Compliance Coordinator/Chief Compliance Officer.
Reaches out as needed to the corporate compliance team with any concerning issues or questions.
Adheres to all company policies, procedures and safety standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.