Associate Specialist, Customer Support

Job Description

Role Summary

For over 130 years we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines vaccines and technology. Rooted in direct experience on the farm and in the clinic we work hand in hand with our customers every step of the way.

Our singular focus is to empower those who care for animals helping them manage their vital responsibility with confidence. Because when it comes to animal healthno one sees it like we do.

The Associate Specialist Customer Operations Support is an entry-level professional role responsible for supporting established processes across Customer Care Customer Master Pricing and Accounts Receivable/Collections.

Under the guidance of leadership this role executes defined tasks assists in issue resolution maintains data accuracy and contributes to continuous improvement efforts. The Associate Specialist works within structured workflows across platforms including CC360 (Service Cloud) Genesys and eCommerce systems while building foundational knowledge in customer operations digital tools and performance metrics.

This role is designed for skill development and progressive responsibility growth with increasing exposure to cross-functional collaboration systems and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Execution & Operational Support

• Maintain deep expertise in end-to-end operational processes across Customer Care Customer Master Data Pricing and AR/Collections ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying systemic inefficiencies shaping process standardization and influencing scalable solutions that enhance performance and customer experience.

Process Adherence & Data Accuracy

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with defined processes.
• Maintain and validate customer and operational data to support accurate business execution.
• Identify data inconsistencies and escalate for resolution.

Digital Tools & Knowledge Management Support

• Utilize CC360 (Service Cloud) and Genesys for daily work activities.
• Assist in maintaining:
  • Knowledge articles
  • Training materials
  • Process documentation
• Ensure knowledge content is current accurate and accessible.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with internal teams including Customer Care Finance Pricing eCommerce and Logistics.
• Communicate clearly on task status issues and follow-ups.
• Support coordination of activities across teams to ensure timely resolution of routine issues.

Data Tracking & KPI Support

• Assist in tracking and updating predefined KPIs and reports such as:
  • Customer response times
  • Case resolution metrics
  • Billing accuracy indicators
• Provide basic insights by identifying trends or recurring issues in data.
• Support reporting activities using available tools (e.g. Excel).

Continuous Improvement Participation

• Identify opportunities for minor process improvements or efficiency gains.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives testing activities and system updates.
• Support implementation of enhancements under guidance.

Scope & Impact (P1 Clarification)

• Scope: Defined tasks within Customer Operations processes
• Decision-Making: Guided; escalates non-routine issues
• Complexity: Low to moderate; focused on structured workflows
• Impact: Localized to process accuracy data quality and team efficiency
• Autonomy: Limited; works under direction with increasing independence over time

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• High School diploma or equivalent Bachelors degree preferred
• 3 years of relevant experience in customer service operations or related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Basic problem-solving and analytical capability
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic data handling and reporting)

Preferred

• Exposure to CRM or customer service platforms (e.g. Service Cloud Genesys)
• Familiarity with customer data billing or operational workflows
• Interest in data analytics KPIs and process improvement
• Awareness of automation or AI tools as emerging capabilities

Success Profile

• Demonstrates learning agility and curiosity
• Follows processes with consistency and accuracy
• Builds foundational cross-functional relationships
• Communicates clearly and escalates appropriately
• Takes initiative in developing skills and knowledge
• Shows interest in data systems and continuous improvement

Required Skills:

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together talented and committed people with diverse experiences perspectives skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas broad experiences backgrounds and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one anothers thinking and approach problems collectively.

The salary range for this role is

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location government requirements and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical dental vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family) retirement benefits including 401(k) paid holidays vacation and compassionate and sick days.

Employee Status:

Relocation:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Shift: