Client Help Desk Representative
Bethesda, MD - USA
Job Summary
The Help Desk Analyst provides advanced client support and operational assistance for GovDeals Bid4Assets Sierra and related marketplaces. This role serves as a primary point of contact for clients Account Managers and internal stakeholders resolving complex account operational and system-related issues while delivering exceptional customer service.
The Help Desk Analyst combines strong client service skills with analytical problem-solving to investigate issues identify root causes coordinate resolutions across departments and improve the overall client experience. This position requires a thorough understanding of marketplace operations policies procedures and support processes and works independently to resolve a broad range of client and operational challenges.
Responsibilities
- Provide telephone email and online chat support to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Respond to client inquiries regarding marketplace functionality account maintenance listings auctions removals reporting and operational processes.
- Conduct client training and provide guidance on marketplace tools best practices and system functionality.
- Ensure all client interactions are accurately documented in the appropriate CRM system.
- Deliver exceptional customer service while identifying and addressing the underlying cause of client concerns.
- Investigate troubleshoot and resolve complex client account and marketplace issues.
- Analyze issues to determine root cause and coordinate with Product IT Operations Finance and other departments to achieve resolution.
- Monitor support requests and prioritize workloads based on urgency and business impact.
- Escalate unresolved issues when necessary and maintain communication with stakeholders throughout the resolution process.
- Track recurring issues and identify opportunities to improve operational processes and client experiences.
- Process price adjustments bid awards credit reversals pickup reversals sales tax removals and other account-related requests.
- Support account maintenance and account cleanup activities as requested.
- Assist with client reporting requests audits and operational reviews.
- Provide telephone email and online chat support to clients and internal stakeholders.
- Respond to client inquiries regarding marketplace functionality account maintenance listings auctions removals reporting and operational processes.
- Conduct client training and provide guidance on marketplace tools best practices and system functionality.
- Ensure all client interactions are accurately documented in the appropriate CRM system.
- Deliver exceptional customer service while identifying and addressing the underlying cause of client concerns.
- Investigate troubleshoot and resolve complex client account and marketplace issues.
- Analyze issues to determine root cause and coordinate with Product IT Operations Finance and other departments to achieve resolution.
- Monitor support requests and prioritize workloads based on urgency and business impact.
- Escalate unresolved issues when necessary and maintain communication with stakeholders throughout the resolution process.
- Track recurring issues and identify opportunities to improve operational processes and client experiences.
- Process price adjustments bid awards credit reversals pickup reversals sales tax removals and other account-related requests.
- Support account maintenance and account cleanup activities as requested.
- Assist with client reporting requests audits and operational reviews.
- Perform quality assurance activities to ensure marketplace accuracy and compliance.
- Support marketplace operations across GovDeals Bid4Assets Sierra and other company platforms.
- Identify trends and recurring issues affecting clients or internal processes.
- Recommend enhancements to workflows procedures and support practices.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures documentation and knowledge resources.
- Participate in testing and validation activities related to system enhancements and process improvements.
- Partner with Account Managers Operations teams Product teams IT Finance and Customer Service to resolve issues and support business initiatives.
- Provide operational expertise and system knowledge to support organizational goals.
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
- This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
Education/ Experience:
- Associate degree in communications business or a related field required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Bachelors degree preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years of customer service client support account support help desk or operational support experience required.
Preferred experience supporting web-based applications SaaS platforms online marketplaces or technology-enabled services.
Experience troubleshooting operational account and system-related issues in a customer-facing environment preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex client issues and work effectively across multiple departments.
Skills and Ability:
Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to analyze issues identify root causes and recommend effective solutions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-through skills.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications CRM systems and support ticketing platforms.
Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies systems and processes.
Work Conditions/ Physical Demands:
- This position is performed primarily in a remote home-office environment. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer including the use of standard office equipment such as a keyboard mouse laptop and phone. The employee must be able to communicate effectively via video phone and electronic communication. Minimal physical exertion is required.
- Employees must reside in an area with reliable high-speed internet service and cellular phone coverage and must ensure a quiet distraction-free work environment during business hours.
Travel:
- Occasional travel may be required for meetings training or business needs (up to 10%).
Pay & Benefits:
Compensation is determined by various factors such as location education knowledge skills competencies and experience as well as internal and external equity and organizational needs. Additionally this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
The salary range for this position is $18.30/hr to $22.00/hr. The posted range reflects our national average range for the job. We may ultimately pay more or less than the published range based on the factors mentioned above. This range may be modified in the future.
At Liquidity Services we provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees well-being and provides growth opportunities and career development. Our offerings include:
Competitive wages
Healthcare (medical dental vision prescription drugs FSAs)
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid parental leave
Life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional development and tuition assistance
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liquidity Services Inc. reserves the right to modify position duties at any time due to business necessity.
Liquidity Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
Liquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT) operates the world’s largest B2B e-commerce marketplace platform for surplus assets, with over $15 billion in completed transactions to more than 6 million qualified buyers worldwide and 15,000 corporate and government sellers. It supports its clients ... View more