Representative - Customer Service (Order Clerk) Mon-Fri 8:30a-5:00p

pstrongRequisition I/strongstrongstrongD/strong: /strong928922strong brStore #: /strongWM0091 Optical Order Entry MILAN brstrongPosition/strong: Full-Time brstrongTotal Rewards: a href=https://careers.essilorluxottica.com/content/Benefits-and-Perks/?locale=en_US target=_blank rel=noopenerBenefits/Incentive Information/a/strong/pp /ppSince 1915, Walman Optical has served thousands of independent eye care professionals providing solutions for all of their optical needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team helps businesses grow while providing quality eyewear and unmatched service for an exceptional patient experience. With us, you’ll bring our most advanced technology and innovative products to our partners./ppAs a division of Walman, our collective mission is to enrich the lives of our customers, employees and the communities we serve through better vision./ppWalman is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. a href=https://www.linkedin.com/company/essilorluxottica/posts/?feedView=allDiscover more by following us on LinkedIn!/a/ppstrongGENERAL FUNCTION/strong/ppThe Customer Service Representative (Order Clerk) is responsible for building and maintaining customer and vendor relationships and to manage request for quotations, stock orders, returns and purchase orders, and coordinating with other departments to provide the best possible service to the customer./pp /ppstrongMAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/strong/pulliReceive requests for price quotations, orders, order changes, adjustments, and cancellations directly from customers and labs.  /liliAchieve and maintain a rapport with customers and work to give them the best possible service. /liliResponsible for receiving, sorting, cleaning, and repackaging overstock and defective lenses, frames and accessories to be returned to various vendors.  This includes using lens cleaner and Goo Gone to ensure product meets the conditions of manufacturer’s return policy.  Generate proper documentation for product return. /liliAssist in the assembly, packaging, premium inclusion and marking of frames for the monthly auto-kit mailings for our divisions. Maintain the customer lists of those accounts participating in these auto-ship mailings. /liliUse a PC to retrieve customer information, stock status information, status of orders, and make changes to customer orders. Ensure that the correct codes are used for retrieving and inputting information and that the new and current product information is organized and filed correctly/liliWork closely with vendors when placing orders, retrieving order status information and follow-up on customer quotations and delivery information/liliAbility to troubleshoot when confronted with problems or questions from co-workers and/or customers. /liliUnderstand and communicate company policies, procedures, promotions, and negotiate in a diplomatic and cordial manner. /liliSort and deliver mail to inter-department personnel on a rotating basis.  Also, responsible for mid-day dept. computer back-up on assigned week and performs end-of-day close-out daily. /liliMust be self-motivated to cross-train and learn other duties and responsibilities of the department. /liliMaintain work area in a neat, clean, and organized condition. /liliUnderstand and follow all company and manufacturer’s policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all attendance amp; safety rules and regulations.  Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and HIPAA protected information. /liliWillingly assist others as necessary to keep work current, meet deadlines or maintain an even workload.  Cooperate with other coworkers and demonstrate a good attitude.  Perform an acceptable quantity and quality of work on time as required.  /liliProvide proper training, work direction, and technical guidance for less experienced coworkers.  Attend in-house or sponsored training meetings when necessary. /liliPerform other duties as assigned.   /li/ulp /ppstrongBASIC QUALIFICATIONS/strong/pulliHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent experience/lili1+ year(s) of experience working in customer service, hospitality or call center environment/liliExcellent telephone etiquette and ability to maintain composure when dealing with difficult customer situations/liliStrong verbal and written communication skills/liliGood organizational skills, orientation to detail and numerical accuracy/liliBasic PC skills including MS Office; Word and Excel/liliAbility to lift/move up to 40 pounds/li/ulp /ppPay Range: 15.54  - 21.51 /ppThis posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts./pp /ppEssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email a href=mailto:HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.comHRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com/a./pp /ppWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law./p