Customer Service Representative
Groupe Beneteau
About the Role
The Customer Service Representative is a full-time, on-site position in Marion, SC, reporting to the Customer Service Manager. This role serves as a primary point of contact for boat dealers, boat owners, and internal departments regarding spare parts, technical product inquiries, account information, and after-sales support.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to customer and dealer inquiries regarding products, services, spare parts, and account information.
- Provide professional customer support primarily through phone communication.
- Analyze and resolve customer concerns using established procedures and company systems.
- Coordinate with boat owners, dealers, and trade partners to fulfill spare parts requirements.
- Process spare part orders accurately and efficiently utilizing ERP systems and other internal technologies.
- Verify compatibility of parts with various boat models, brands, and production years.
- Monitor order status, back orders, and inventory while proactively communicating updates to dealers and customers.
- Liaise with Manufacturing and dealers to identify and resolve short shipments.
- Create and process shipping damage claims for service parts.
- Monitor and follow up on shipping damage claims through resolution.
- Assist the After-Sales Shipping Department and Warranty Department with spare parts requests.
- Assist dealers and customers with identifying replacement parts through part diagrams, schematics, catalogs, and technical resources.
- Escalate complex technical concerns to Engineering, Warranty, Manufacturing teams, or product support teams as appropriate.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Customer service, communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and basic computer systems.
- Order entry experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of shipping and receiving processes.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order processing and documentation.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and resolve issues effectively.
- Dependable, professional, adaptable, and team-oriented.
- HazMat and international shipping experience are a plus.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Six (6) months to two (2) years of customer service, administrative support, retail, parts sales, or related experience preferred.
- Experience in marine, manufacturing, distribution, or customer support environments is strongly preferred.
Essential Functions
- Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Frequent use of telephones, computers, and standard office equipment.
- Ability to occasionally lift and move packages or materials up to 25 pounds without assistance.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
- Must be able to handle varying degrees of stress.