Merck Group

Customer Service Representative - French/English Speaking

Merck Group  •  Republic of Costa Rica (Onsite)  •  9 hours ago
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Job Description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

The Customer Service Specialist plays a pivotal role in delivering professional support while managing complex customer interactions and operational tasks. This position requires strong multitasking and problem-solving skills to ensure seamless order processing and high levels of customer satisfaction. In addition to daily operations, you will contribute to continuous improvement efforts and serve as a technical resource within the customer service team.

Core Responsibilities

Inquiry Management

Resolve complex customer inquiries, order discrepancies, and service issues with accuracy and professionalism.

Escalation Handling

Take ownership of escalated requests, ensuring timely solutions that align with company policies and values.

System Operations

Process and review orders, quotations, and documentation across multiple sales channels using Oracle, SAP, and Salesforce.


Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Sales, Technical Service, Finance, and Distribution to resolve shipment and account-related issues.


Team Support
Share knowledge and provide guidance on procedures to assist team members with challenging cases.


Data Integrity
Monitor and maintain accurate customer account information within CRM and ERP systems.


Compliance & Quality
Support adherence to internal standards, including ISO certifications and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls.


Position Requirements

Education & Core Experience

  • Required: Minimum of 2–3 years of customer service experience.
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent required (associate degree or higher is preferrer)
  • Languages: Advanced proficiency in English is required (written and verbal).
  • English + French (European or Canadian) Min. C1, C2+ preferred for support to North America.

Technical Skills

  • Systems Knowledge: in Oracle, SAP, Salesforce, or similar CRM/ERP platforms is required.
  • Product Knowledge: Familiarity with complex organizational structures and diverse product portfolios is an advantage.
  • Standard Tools: High level of comfort with digital communication and documentation tools.

Professional Competencies

  • Problem Solving: Ability to navigate escalated issues and find effective, policy-aligned solutions.
  • Organization: Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and a focus on quality.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills with a customer-focused mindset.
  • Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing processes or new technologies.
  • Collaboration: A proactive team player who works effectively across departments to achieve shared goals.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Merck Group

About Merck Group

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada.

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We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany.

We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.

Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet.

We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength.

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Work your Magic and join Merck.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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