Join our growing team at arenaflex, and help us transform how veterinarians buy the supplies they need to keep America's pets healthy. arenaflex's eCommerce and mobile platforms enable veterinary practices to compare and buy from all of their vendors in one place. Our community of more than 17,000 veterinary hospitals employs tens of thousands of veterinarians, and delivers care to many millions of animals every year across all 50 states. We’re a growing team on a mission to modernize the $50B+ animal health industry. Simply put, arenaflex helps veterinary organizations spend more time giving care, and less time shopping and comparing across vendors to supply their practices. arenaflex is a Y Combinator and venture-backed growth stage company with notable investors in Silicon Valley and NYC. We're looking for exceptionally talented and passionate people to join our growing team.
**About the Position**
The Chat Support Associate is responsible for engaging with our vibrant community of veterinary professionals to support them in their critical purchasing decisions and processes through the use of the arenaflex platform. Members of the support team work collaboratively to help provide our users an excellent experience on our platform through live chats, phone calls, emails, internal discussion boards, and platform demos. This role plays a pivotal part in ensuring a positive and delightful day-to-day experience for every user leveraging the platform for their supply ordering needs.
**The Ideal Candidate**
The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, team environment. This person will be excited by the challenge of supporting and growing a large community of thousands of passionate veterinary professionals through answering intercoms via our platform, troubleshooting, and working cross-functionally to help evolve our platform. Experience in a relevant customer-facing role, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, are required. Knowledge of intercom and/or experience with other chat platforms is strongly preferred.
**Key Responsibilities**
* Support existing arenaflex users by responding to user inquiries via live chat, email, and phone in a timely manner
* Troubleshoot issues quickly and explain scenarios/solutions in an easily digestible and effective manner
* Handle various daily and weekly admin responsibilities, such as proactive account management, item issue reports, item reviews, credit approvals, and more
* Work cross-functionally to provide our engineering, partner, and corporate teams with information on feature requests and recommendations for enhancements to our tools
* Work with vendor and industry partners to streamline communication and alerts between systems
* Help to continuously develop and expand processes in order to streamline support workflows
**Essential Qualifications**
* 1 year of relevant, customer-facing work experience
* 2 Year Associate's Degree or 4 Year College Degree
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Experience in chat support preferred
* Patience and compassion when handling difficult situations
* Ability to adapt quickly and manage many concurrent responsibilities
* A strong desire to learn and help our customers succeed
* A positive attitude and one-for-all team mentality and excellent collaboration skills
* Tech/start-up work experience is a plus but not required
**Preferred Qualifications**
* Experience working in the animal health industry or a related field
* Knowledge of veterinary practices and the challenges they face
* Familiarity with eCommerce and mobile platforms
* Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
**Benefits**
* 100% remote within the USA
* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Automatic 401k contribution
* Employee referral program
* At-home office set up
* Bi-annual company retreats
* Open vacation policy
* Equity
* Monthly team events
**Compensation**
The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is: $50,000/year - $80,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. For Colorado, the salary range is: $55,000 - $75,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. This salary range is a good faith estimate of what arenaflex may pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
**Career Growth Opportunities**
arenaflex is committed to providing opportunities for growth and development to our employees. As a Chat Support Associate, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about the animal health industry. You will have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in areas such as customer support, platform development, and industry trends. arenaflex also offers a comprehensive training program to help you succeed in your role.
**Work Environment and Company Culture**
arenaflex is a dynamic and fast-paced work environment that is committed to innovation and excellence. Our team is passionate about the animal health industry and is dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our customers. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and are committed to creating a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment. arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
**How to Apply**
To apply for the Chat Support Associate position, please submit your application through arenaflex's Careers Page. The application deadline is accepted on an ongoing basis.
**Important Notice**
arenaflex is unable to sponsor work visas at this time. Please note that we are committed to providing a safe and secure application process. We will never request sensitive personal or financial information from you. If you suspect any fraudulent activity or encounter suspicious individuals, please report it immediately to our recruiting department.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.