Service Foods Hamilton is seeking a motivated and customer-focused individual to join the team as a Customer Service Representative on a part time basis.
The role
As a Customer Service Representative at Service Foods, you will be the primary point of contact for our customers, managing inquiries, processing orders, and resolving issues. Using Salesforce/CRM, you will maintain accurate records and support smooth operational functions. You will collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless order fulfilment and exceptional customer service.
- Immediate Start
- Permanent part time role
- Monday (02.30 pm to 11.15 pm)
- And every 3rd Saturday, 7.30 am to 12.00 pm
- Location: Te Rapa, Hamilton
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide excellent customer service through efficient order processing, communication, and problem-solving.
- Build and maintain positive customer relationships while supporting sales and managing accurate data.
- Engage with customers over the phone to address inquiries and meet their requirements.
- Process and action customer orders from calls, emails, faxes, and online channels promptly.
- Accurately enter customer orders into the system (Sage/ERP) and update records in Salesforce (CRM).
- Prioritize and manage customer backorders for timely delivery.
- Identify sales opportunities and pursue them to drive revenue growth.
- Follow up on customer queries, complaints, and requests, and coordinate with internal teams for resolution.
About you
You will be a driven and resilient individual with a strong background in customer service. You will have a formal qualification (Year 13 or equivalent) and experience working in a call centre or phone-based environment.
This is a fast-paced role that requires adaptability, and the ability to perform under pressure while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
Key Attributes:
- Professional phone manner with the ability to build rapport quickly
- Proven experience in a Customer Support, call centre, or similar role
- Strong attention to detail and ability to gather and interpret information
- Excellent organizational, time management, and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (essential) and experience with CRM (Salesforce) and ERP systems (advantageous)
- Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service
- Strong understanding of processes, systems, and data entry
- Excellent interpersonal skills with an empathetic and adaptable approach
- Reliable transport to and from work
- Strong literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
- Knowledge of the food services warehouse industry, NZ food products, and basic ingredients
What to expect
At Service Foods, we strongly believe in fostering a positive and dynamic work environment. Throughout your tenure with us, it is important to embody our core values: creativity, resilience, inclusivity, collaboration, work ethic, and humility. These values guide us in delivering exceptional service and contributing to the success of our team and the business. We encourage you to embrace these principles as you grow and thrive with us.
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.
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If you thrive in a high-energy environment, enjoy customer services, and are passionate about delivering exceptional service, we’d love to hear from you.
Eligibility: Applicants must have NZ citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone, text, or email.
Pre-employment Checks: To ensure a safe and compliant work environment, successful candidates will be required to complete satisfactory pre-employment checks. These will include satisfactory employment references, government agency verifications (Ministry of Justice and ACC) as well as alcohol and drug testing conducted by an accredited provider for workplace substance testing in New Zealand.