Customer Service Representative

4 weeks ago


Leicester, United Kingdom Trafalgar Scientific Ltd Full time

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Customer Service Representative to join our existing team on a part-time basis for 12 months.

Main points:

  • Monday – Friday working.
  • 26 hours per week .
  • 12 month contract.
  • Training available.
  • Based at Head Office in Leicester (Hybrid opportunities available).

Key Tasks include:

  • Supporting the Sales Team in fulfilling customers' requirements.
  • Providing the operational link between the Sales Team and the customer for standing orders.
  • Managing the day-to-day standing order process.
  • Managing the customer feedback process - engaging with other departments if required.
  • Organisation of processes to ensure delivery efficiencies.
  • Managing back-order reports regularly, ensuring customers are kept up to date.
  • Accurately offer product alternatives.
  • Dispatching of Sales Orders via the Sage system, ensuring orders are shipped complete where possible.
  • Organisation of email inboxes, ensuring they are categorised & up to date.
  • Investigate and correct disputed customer invoices.
  • Creation and conversion of customer proformas.
  • Maintain good communication between departments.

Your Experience and Skills:

  • Previous experience in customer service or a related field preferred.
  • Working knowledge of Sage 200 is ideal.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Passion for sustainability and environmental conservation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications and CRM software.
  • Positive attitude, empathy, and a customer-centric mindset.

What you can expect from us:

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Contributory Pension.
  • Hybrid working of 2 days per week upon successful completion of 6-month probationary period.
  • 32 days holiday entitlement, inclusive of bank holidays.
  • An extra day off for your birthday.
  • Life Assurance.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave.
  • Westfield Health Cash Plan Scheme.
  • Opportunity to work for a company dedicated to sustainability and making a positive impact.

About Trafalgar Scientific

Successfully established for over 30 years, Trafalgar Scientific Ltd is the UK’s leading independent Life Sciences Laboratory supplier. Supporting several key sectors across the UK & Ireland, our teams service industries including Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Contract Laboratory Testing, Pharmaceuticals, Water Testing, Brewing and Veterinary services, alongside many others.

Partnering with some of the best-known scientific brands such as; Sartorius, 3M, Neogen, Hygiena, Interscience, Southern Group Laboratories, EO Laboratories and Sterilin, Trafalgar Scientific features one of the most comprehensive product ranges, enabling our customers access to a truly ‘one stop shop’ supplier.

At Trafalgar Scientific Ltd, we are committed to not only delivering exceptional customer service but also to sustainability practices that contribute to a better environment and community. We believe in creating positive impacts through every aspect of our operations.

Our Pledges

Trafalgar Scientific will always provide equal opportunities to any employee or job applicant.

We will never operate with prejudice or discrimination, either directly or indirectly, on the grounds of gender, gender reassignment, race (including colour, nationality, caste and ethnic origin), disability, sexual orientation, marital status, part-time status, pregnancy or maternity, age, religion or belief, political belief or affiliation or trade union membership. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment.

If you would like to review a copy of our ‘Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy’, please email us at info@trafalgarscientific.co.uk

NO AGENCIES PLEASE



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