Client Specialist I

Job TitlePosition SummaryManage and execute customer orders across multiple channels (phone, email, EDI), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with service expectations. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts, building strong, trust-based relationships. Own the end-to-end order lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and a seamless customer experience. Proactively analyze customer ordering patterns to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Partner with customers to optimize ordering behavior and reduce errors and inefficiencies. Collaborate cross-functionally (Sales, Distribution) to drive solutions and improve service outcomes. Act as a customer advocate, influencing internal teams to meet customer needs. Identify and implement process improvements that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Support account stability by minimizing disruptions, returns, and service gaps. Maintain accurate system documentation and ensure data integrity. Mentor or support less experienced team members as needed. Manage workload effectively in a high-volume, performance-driven environment.Performance Metrics May Include:Customer satisfaction and experience scores. Order accuracy and turnaround time. Response and resolution time. Reduction in order errors, returns, and service disruptions. Account stability and proactive engagement.EducationBachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experienceExperience3+ years of experience in customer service, order management, or customer-facing operations. Experience working within ERP systems (Navision or similar preferred). Experience analyzing data and identifying trends to drive improvements.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Demonstrated ability to manage complex customer situations. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Business acumen and ability to balance customer and company needs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word). Ability to influence cross-functional teams.Working EnvironmentAble to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner. Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours. Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency. Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.