PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Technical Support Representative provides customer service support to both internal and external customers. This role assists with order-related issues, special order requests, shipping claims, warranty claims, collections, private brand support, and other customer service functions as assigned. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and the ability to work effectively across departments, vendors, and business partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer Experience & Support
- Communicate with internal and external customers by phone and email regarding order issues, service requests, and customer concerns.
- Research, resolve, and follow up on customer order issues by coordinating with third-party vendors and internal business partners.
- Provide timely, accurate, and professional support while maintaining a customer-focused approach.
- Meet service level agreements, contact-per-hour expectations, and other performance goals established by management.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Adhere to service level agreements and contacts per hour goals set by management
This position will support one of the following specialty areas:
Private Brands Support
- Handle inbound calls and emails from customers and stores contacting Private Brand companies.
- Provide technical support, answer warranty-related questions, process replacement parts requests, and assist with product repairs.
- Support warranty-related needs for select vendors and Asurion.
Resolutions Support
- Contact customers regarding unpaid gear shipments, short payments, or advance returns that were not returned.
- Provide support to warehouses for return-related issues and escalated shipping requests.
- Partner with CYCCOM and store teams to resolve complex order issues.
- Assist with customer loyalty point issues within CCC.
Shipping Support
- Manage claims with shipping carriers for lost or damaged packages caused by carrier error.
- Process re-route requests, return-to-shipper requests, and related shipping actions.
- Support issues involving international shipping through Borderfree.
- Resolve issues related to drop-ship orders shipped directly from vendors to customers.
Special Orders Support
- Coordinate with vendors and inventory teams to determine pricing, availability, and SKUs for special order items.
- Provide accurate updates and support related to special order requests.
Digital Tools & AI Optimization
- Begin leveraging AI-based tools and resources to improve efficiency and support customer service processes.
- Accurately document customer interactions and maintain data integrity within business systems.
- Navigate technology systems, equipment, and computer programs required to support customer communication, service, and business needs.
- Maintain proficient typing speed and accuracy.
Team Contribution
- Collaborate with team members to share knowledge, resolve issues, and improve overall team performance.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
- Work effectively with internal departments, external vendors, stores, and customers to accomplish shared goals.
Professional Experience & Requirements
- 13 years of customer service, collections, or related experience preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and courteously with diverse audiences.
- Ability to learn quickly and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic proficiency with computers, digital tools, and business systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Mindset & Approach
- Open to feedback and coaching.
- Reliable, accountable, and committed to attendance expectations.
- Positive, team-oriented, and customer-focused.
Why join us?
With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music.
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