Part-time Customer Service Representative - Rural King Supply : Job Details

Overview:

Rural King is Americas Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 130 locations across 13 states and is constantly expanding. Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.

One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee. It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.

At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

How we reward you

401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%

Healthcare plans to support your needs

Virtual doctor visits

Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinics Complex Care Program

15% Associate Discount

Dave Ramseys SmartDollar Program

Associate Assistance Program

RK Cares Associate Hardship Program

24/7 Chaplaincy Services

As a Customer Service Representative, you will be handling customer phone calls and orders, making the customers online shopping experience enjoyable.

• Take customer phone calls.
• Reach out to manufacturers for answers regarding a customers order.
• Respond to customer live chats.
• Order management
• Track/open customer returns
• Communicate with coworkers to ensure customers are handled in a timely manner.
• Use general office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural Kings Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

None

• At least 1 year of Customer Service experience or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Comfortable navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrate confident and clear communication skills to express thoughts, opinions, and ideas in a respectful manner.
• Effectively articulate expectations, requirements, and boundaries while actively listing to others perspectives.

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Capability to lift 15 pounds periodically.
• Able to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related tasks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.