Gardner White Furniture & Mattress

Customer Service Representative

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress  •  Southfield, MI (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Customer Service Representative. As a Customer Service Representative, you will be responsible for serving as the primary point of contact for customers, assisting them with inquiries, and purchases, and resolving any issues or concerns they may have. This individual will play a crucial role in delivering a positive shopping experience and building long-term relationships with our customers.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Greet customers warmly in person and over the phone and assist them with product inquiries, pricing, and availability.
  • Work to resolve issues and ensure customer satisfaction, escalating complex matters to management when necessary.
  • Partner with Gardner White stores to take overflow calls, assist with administrative duties as assigned, and coordinate with internal departments.
  • Research various software platforms and social media such as Storis, Podium, Dispatch Track, Facebook, and Instagram to input pertinent information and respond daily.
  • Develop a deep understanding of our furniture products, including features, materials, and styles.
  • Stay updated on product inventory, promotions, and sales events to provide accurate information to customers.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a retail office setting.

Requirements

Physical Demands:

The employee will regularly be standing, walking, bending,

Qualifications needed to perform this position:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of customer service and/or call center experience preferred but not required
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Friendly and approachable demeanor with a passion for helping others.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Knowledge of furniture products and industry trends is a plus.
  • Strong computer skills and Microsoft Office experience
  • Cash handling and/or accounting experience a plus

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a part-time position working either AM or PM based on the needs of the business.

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress

About Gardner White Furniture & Mattress

Gardner-White Furniture has been in business since 1912, and as the world of retail drastically changed, we have remained family-owned and operated, and dedicated to being headquartered in Michigan. For the last century, our company has been guided by one principle – to improve lives through furniture - whether you are a customer or member of our community. This guiding principle has allowed us to stay true to our company’s values while being responsive to this evolving industry and staying dedicated to those we serve.

When you shop with Gardner-White, you know that you are not just buying furniture, you are investing in the future of Michigan and Michiganders. We have 12 stores in Michigan and employ over 900 Michiganders. As we continue to grow, we wanted to let you know about some of the ways in which every single one of us in the Gardner-White family remains committed to our customers and community.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Auburn Hills, MI
Year Founded
1912
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