Manager, Customer Service

OK International is a global manufacturer of electronic benchtop tools and precision dispensing solutions worldwide. We have two major product lines: Metcal electronics bench tool solutions and Techcon dispensing Systems.

We have facilities in Cypress California (US) Chandlers Ford (UK) and Shenzhen (China) supporting our customers worldwide. The OK International Team is dedicated at putting customers first having an entrepreneurship mindset innovative culture cultivating relationships and never compromising on integrity. Welcome to our team!

OK International is part of the Dover Engineered Products segment of the Dover Corporation. Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components specialty systems consumable supplies software and digital solutions and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products Fueling Solutions Imaging & Identification Pumps & Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60 years our team of approximately 24000 employees takes an ownership mindset collaborating with customers to redefine whats possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove Illinois Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under DOV.

JOB SUMMARY:

Working as a critical part of the OK International European Internal Sales team you will have a varied role including customer relationship management customer services and sales administration data input data our sales representant based in UK France Germany and solid long-term relationships with our customers and the companys reputation by constantly and consistently meeting and exceeding the customers expectations. Communicate customer feedback to help us constantly improve our service.

JOB DUTIES

• Respond to incoming calls and demand from potential customers for information about products and services.
• Help to develop opportunities by assisting potential and existing customers in determining appropriate products or services to purchase. Liaise with the sales team and Technical team when necessary.
• Forward new lead to our sales representants and if applicable Distributor Chanel in order for them to generate new sales opportunities.
• Responds and proactively call existing customers regarding requests and questions about our service products and their account information. Analyses and rectifies customer concerns using established procedures. May use computer to access and/or update customer records.
• Provide administrative support to our sales representants based in UK France Germany and India.
• Uses computer to produce reports and other documents. Follows general instructions for desired format of work.
• Monitors customer requirements to ensure on-time delivery or to advise of changed due dates. Communicates schedules and deadlines to all customers.
• Perform and document Know your Customer and Visual Compliance searches on potential new customers.
• Oversees administrative procedures and processes for assigned area. Will need to use own judgment in completing some activities but within set guidelines under general supervision.
• Act as an administrative liaison with internal and/or external sources. May receive incoming telephone calls for a department or organization obtains callers name and forwards call to appropriate person or takes a message.
• This description is not exhaustive and may change over time as requirements and circumstances change. Please see below detailed tasks.

Functions

• Manage information sourcing and data management
• Sales lead follow up and qualification
• Supply first line Technical/Sales Support
• Providing detailed quotations
• Supply price and delivery information
• Manage Distributor shipment schedules express shipments carriers ship completes ship lists dispatch instructions
• Expedite same day deliveries for end users
• Manage order discounts for end users and distributors
• Manage returns for Warranty and Repairs
• Open new customer account and perform all necessary checks
• Manage invoice queries pricing short shipments wrong goods shipped wrong items ordered
• Manage back-order queries expediting and informing customers of changes
• Assist with daily and monthly reporting on late items and CS activities
• Manage broad line accounts RS portal
• Customer visits - in rare circumstances some travel may be required
• Attendance at Seminars Exhibitions and conferences may be required.
• Ensure Product knowledge is up to date

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous Customer Service Experience ideally within a manufacturing and/or a Distribution environment
• Previous Sales administration Experience ideally within a manufacturing and/or a Distribution environment

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Excellent verbal and written English
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Proactive and Self motivated
• Accuracy
• Organizational/Prioritization Skills
• Proficient in Word Excel and outlook
• Used confidently inhouse order booking systems or other ERP Systems

DESIRED SKILLS

• Fluent spoken and written French/German highly desirable

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: - annually

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education/training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

Job Function : Customer Service