Join arenaflex, a leading e-commerce company that exists to meet the purchasing needs of foodservice professionals worldwide, as a remote Customer Solutions Specialist. As a key member of our fast-growing team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional customer experiences, navigating complex software tools, and driving business growth in a dynamic and innovative environment.
**About arenaflex**
arenaflex is a pioneering e-commerce company that has revolutionized the way foodservice professionals purchase and manage their supplies. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, arenaflex has built a reputation for delivering high-quality products, exceptional service, and unparalleled support. As a remote employee, you will enjoy the same training and support as our on-site colleagues, with opportunities to connect with other employees from across the country.
**The Role**
As a Customer Solutions Specialist, you will be responsible for providing friendly, efficient, and accurate solutions for customers through phone, live chat, and email. Your primary goal will be to deliver an exceptional customer experience, enhance customer loyalty, and increase business sales. You will work closely with other departments within and outside of Customer Solutions to support both the customer and the company.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Learn about arenaflex, including our history, products, the foodservice industry, and internal systems
* Provide solutions for customers through phone, live chat, and email, with a focus on excellent customer experience, enhanced customer loyalty, and increased business sales
* Ensure customers have the most complete and up-to-date information about their orders
* Partner with other departments to support both the customer and the company
* Analyze customer situations, investigate problems, and provide strategic solutions within our business model
* Foster a team-oriented environment by maintaining a positive, professional attitude in all correspondence
* Be flexible and adapt to change as we continue to grow as a company
* Take initiative and use strategic thinking to ensure arenaflex is the leader in the online food service industry
**What We're Looking For:**
* Desire to learn and grow
* Internal drive to succeed
* Ability to work on a team and independently
* Concern for helping others and doing the right thing by them
* Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Innovation and the ability to challenge the status quo
* A college education (preferred but not required)
* At least 1 year of customer-facing experience (preferred but not required)
**Essential Qualifications:**
* Cable or fiber internet connections are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used by arenaflex
* Consistent 75mbps download/10mbps upload internet speeds are required
* A quiet and distraction-free work area
* Access to a home router and modem
* Proficiency with Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows system/internet navigation required
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills; conversational fluency in English required
* Proficient typing abilities
* Ability to work a training schedule of 9:30 AM – 6 PM ET or local time zone equivalent, Monday through Friday, during the 60-day onboarding period
* Ability to work 11:30 AM – 8 PM ET or local time zone equivalent, Monday through Friday, after the 60-day onboarding period
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software
* Knowledge of the foodservice industry
* Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and online marketplaces
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues
**Physical Demands:**
* Work is performed while sitting and/or standing for at least 8 hours each day
* Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
* Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations while using a personal computer
* Requires the ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
**Benefits and Perks:**
* Competitive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental coverage (including telemedicine), 401k match, paid parental leave (based on tenure), and more
* Opportunities for growth and professional development
* In-depth training on our varying selection of products and the services we offer
* Opportunities to collaborate and connect virtually across teams and departments
* Full-time training staff
* Continuous support through various trainings and available mentorships
* A focus on work/life balance
**Remote Work Qualifications:**
* Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.
* Access to a home router and modem.
* A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).
* A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.
* The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.
* Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, and WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only
**How to Apply:**
If you're ready for a challenge and have the ambition to succeed in a fast-paced, growing industry, we'd love to discuss the Customer Solutions Specialist position with you! Submit your resume and apply online today.