Consumer Care Specialist - Remote

Consumer Care Specialist - Remote

Do My Own, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, the home of DIY home pest control, lawn care, gardening and animal care products and supplies, has an opening for a Consumer Care Specialist with their Call Center team. This is a Non-exempt, remote, full-time position.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet and lawn and garden supplies markets. Please see our website at www.central.com for additional company information.

The Consumer Care Specialist will provide specialty service to customers of DMO, using professional communication and expertise to answer questions, resolve issues or educate on products. This remote position will work Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. There is no cold calling or outbound sales calls involved. Salary is based on experience and starts at $37,000.00 annually.

Responsibilities

• Warmly greet customers on the phone, email or chat and gather necessary information
• Listen attentively to understand the customer's needs and concerns.
• Use a telephone to reach out to customers and verify account information.
• Listen attentively to understand the customer's needs and concerns.
• Offer expert advice and recommendations tailored to the customer's needs.
• Provide information on product features, benefits, and usage instructions.
• Assist customers in selecting suitable products and programs.
• Process orders accurately and verify payment and shipping details.
• Diagnose and resolve any issues with product usage or program implementation.
• Resolve customer questions or concerns via phone, email, or live chat.
• Keep customers informed about the status of their orders and provide tracking information.
• Stay updated on industry trends and participate in training programs for ongoing improvement.
• Other duties as assigned to assist team success.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1-2 years of previous customer service experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills while working well with others
• Proven organizational, time management, and mathematical skills
• Dependable and reliable; good record of attendance
• The ability to work independently and multitask
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not necessary

Working Conditions

• Sitting/standing for up to 8 hours per day
• Typing for up to 8 hours per day
• Using computer monitors and equipment for up to 8 hours per day
• Using headphones up to 8 hours per day

Benefits Package and Employee Programs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with a company match of 2 to 1 up to 4%
• Paid Time off
• Paid Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Employee Discounts
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional)

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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