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Smurfit Westrock plc (fmr Smurfit Kappa Group)
Customer Account Specialist Job detail
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A Customer Service Representative interacts directly with customers to answer questions and solve problems. Communicates with customers in person, over the phone or online. Provides help with troubleshooting technical problems for equipment or software. Keeps records of customer communications and transactions.
$38,118 / year median in Virginia
-4% projected decline
Job Description
General Information Job
ID ATR67005
Posting Job Title Customer Account Specialist Locations VA Richmond Innovation Design Ctr Employment Type Full Time Date Posted 09-Sep-2026 Relocation Support No Description & Requirements Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:
SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Customer Account Specialist How you will impactSmurfit Westrock:
The Customer Account Specialist is responsible for determining supply chain solutions and managing order fulfillment and communication for multiple B2B customers. Customer Account Specialists build effective customer relationships through a proactive service mindset, anticipate customer requirements, and determine supply chain solutions to maximize service and minimize costs. Communicate with customers, sales, transportation, mills, technical associates, claims, billing and credit departments. Manage the account needs including order execution, trials, load optimization, delivery tracking, and creating/providing reporting to customers. Develop product knowledge and an understanding of mill standards to be able to determine supply solutions that meet the customer's needs while managing the cost to serve Execute and oversee customer orders in a timely manner using various technology applications Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on any requests they may have. Engage with other teams including Supply Chain, Logistics, Sales, Credit, etc. to facilitate solutions to customer needs. Provide solutions for orders that are not able to meet the customer's needs. Customer Account Specialists have discretion and autonomy to interface with customers, production planning and logistics teams to drive decisions to meet customer requirements. Identify issues that may inhibit customer satisfaction and escalate to Customer Service Manager when necessary Balance service solutions with the cost to serve including minimizing excess freight costs and aged inventory Provide prompt communication to the customers and sales team regarding challenges in meeting requested delivery dates Analyze inventory levels and make decisions to fill orders from inventory to meet delivery dates and minimize inventory levels Act as a liaison between customers, Production Planning and logistics throughout the order-to-cash cycle Proactively manage exceptions and be able to use discretion and influence to mitigate cost to serve Visit customers to develop relationships and become educated on the needs of their business Participate in collaborative, cross-functional sales planning, monitor and develop actionable improvement plans for key performance metrics that drive customer satisfaction Provide solution options as necessary in response to unexpected events Track and reconcile weekly/monthly metrics versus established targets Utilize data from various sources for optimal decision making Advise on and implement process improvements Metrics include: On-Time Delivery, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Age & Turns, Order Accuracy, Load Optimization, and Excess Freight Expense Requirements toSucceed:
Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain, or 2-5 years of B2B customer service experience preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to engage with all levels including Executive and Senior management High level of proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel Problem solving skills and ability to work with cross functional partners to resolve issues to maintain customer satisfaction Time management skills to complete all tasks timely, accurately, and completely Drive to provide a high level of customer satisfaction Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. The salary range for this position is $61,875.00 - $103,125.00, depending on your role, level, and location. The range listed is also the expected pay for roles in Illinois and Colorado. The benefits for this role include short-term bonus incentive, health, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law, 15 days of paid vacation, and 11 days of paid holidays, subject to annual change. Your pay will be based on factors such as your skills, experience, and education. To learn more about this posting, please contact your recruiter during the hiring process. You may apply online at Smurfit Westrock External Careers and the application window is expected to close by 26-Nov-2026.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Bonuses/Stipends