Ocean State Job Lot

Part- Time Customer Service Associate - (Temporary)

Ocean State Job Lot  •  $19/hr  •  North Kingstown, RI (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” or the “Company”) is a dynamic $850+ million general merchandise retailer with a strong foothold across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. With over 170 stores currently and ambitious plans to reach 180 locations, OSJL offers exciting opportunities for growth and contribution. We are an opportunity-driven retailer owning over 50% of our operating locations, totaling 8 million square feet, demonstrating our stability and long-term vision. At OSJL, you will be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional value to our customers while driving positive change and a more responsible future for retail within our communities.

The Customer Service Associate role at Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” and “Company”) is responsible for handling retail store associate and customer service issues from inception to resolution. This role has electronic contact with departments across OSJL and works with a team, under the direction of the Customer Relations Manager, to provide exceptional customer service to all retail store associates and customers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Accurately respond to and resolve retail store associate and customer inquiries and complaints on a timely basis in accordance with Company policy.
  • Handle customer service issues by telephone, in writing, and through messages and/or email inquiries from stores, escalating to the Customer Relations Manager as needed.
  • Maintain up-to-date understanding of Company policies and procedures.
  • Capture and report all customer contacts using a software application.
  • Effectively utilize virtual means to communicate efficiently and work independently under remote conditions, as applicable.

Qualifications:

  • High school degree or equivalent is required.
  • One or more years of customer service or call center experience is preferred.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
  • Prior retail customer service experience is preferred.
  • Proficient in Salesforce platform and Google (i.e., Sites, Slides, Drive, Docs, Sheets).

Work Environment:

  • Works on a rotating schedule primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety and health hazard potential.
  • Weeknight and weekend assignments may be required.
  • Works in an office environment remaining stationary at a desk, table, or computer workstation for extended periods of time. Frequently uses near vision for reading and computer tasks.
  • May involve exposure to challenging customer interactions.
  • The role will be required to utilize a personal device to verify logins for different websites and programs.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

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The salary range for this position is between $19.00 to $21.00/hour.

Ocean State Job Lot

About Ocean State Job Lot

Ocean State Job Lot is the Northeast's largest, privately held, closeout retail chain with over 170 stores across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic; approximately 5,600 associates; and annual sales exceeding $850 million. Since our founding in 1977, we've been helping shoppers buy a lot more of the useful things they need for a lot less of their hard-earned money. We sell an ever-changing array of household goods, apparel, pet supplies, kitchen pantry staples, and seasonal products (such as holiday, gardening, and pool supplies) at a fraction of their typical price.

Ocean State Job Lot is committed to being a progressive company where we put people first. We value our diverse team of associates and continually seek opportunities to strengthen the communities we serve. We promote a positive work-life balance, offering many resources to help our associates with all aspects of their well-being. We also offer a flexible workplace that offers many hybrid roles throughout our corporate departments.

The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation has a long history of philanthropic leadership, placing emphasis on assisting people in need, including children, veterans and military, those who are homeless, and those struggling with food insecurity; aiding animal rescues, shelters and welfare organizations; and providing support for healthcare programs and services.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
Year Founded
1977
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