We are looking for a Customer Service Representative to join a metal fabrication organization in Monroe, North Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is centered on delivering a high standard of support throughout the full customer order cycle, from initial order intake through shipment communication and invoice follow-up. The ideal candidate brings strong communication, careful attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams to keep customer needs on track.
Responsibilities:
- Process customer purchase orders accurately, verify key details, and enter updates into the company system while confirming timelines and order status information.
- Monitor incoming electronic orders, revisions, and customer requests submitted through portals, spreadsheets, and other channels, ensuring records remain current and complete.
- Partner with customers to share shipment schedules, explain delays, and gather any missing information needed to move orders forward.
- Work with the Accounts Receivable team to investigate billing questions and help resolve invoice-related concerns promptly.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for customers regarding product or delivery issues, providing timely follow-up and practical solutions.
- Assess order urgency, material availability, and potential shortages to help establish priorities and communicate critical needs to production, scheduling, and shipping teams.
- Identify transportation or delivery challenges, address service concerns, and discuss premium freight implications with customers when expedited arrangements are necessary.
- Support account coordination activities by maintaining accurate order, inventory, and shipping documentation across the customer service process.