Customer Service Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

Customer Service Professionals in the retail industry are responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, complaints, or problems. They interact directly with customers to hear their concerns, solve problems, and provide them with information about products or services. They help to create an environment that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the shopping experience. This often includes processing returns or exchanges, resolving complaints, and ensuring that customers leave satisfied. These professionals may work in a physical store or in a virtual setting, such as a call center or online chat support.

Important skills for a Customer Service Professional in the retail industry include strong communication and problem-solving skills, patience, empathy, and excellent knowledge of the company's products or services. There are also certain certifications that can enhance a professional's credentials in this field, such as the Certified Customer Service Professional (CCSP) and the Professional Customer Service Certification (PCSC). Prior to becoming a Customer Service Professional, individuals may hold roles such as Sales Associate, Cashier, or Store Clerk, where they can gain valuable experience in dealing with customers and understanding the retail environment.

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Sales/Customer Service Representative

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (11 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

We are looking for a Sales/Customer Service Associate to become part of our team! Your responsibilities will include handling incoming calls and routing them to the correct personnel....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Palos Park, IL (24 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Palos Park, IL (24 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Representative, Mornings

  • Mundelein, IL (17 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Mundelein, IL (17 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Store 4706747: 2250 W Rte 83, Mundelein, Illinois 60060 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Customer Service Representative

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Help at Home is hiring! We offer weekly pay between $18.50 and $22.00 per hour and a generous cash incentive program - up to $10,000* in bonuses per year! Help at Home is the nation's leading...

Customer Experience Associate

  • Highland Park, IL (15 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Highland Park, IL (15 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Working through difficult situations with internal and external customers while maintaining a high level of customer service....

Temporary Customer Service Representative

  • Libertyville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Libertyville, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Customer Service Representative (Temporary/Contract) Our client in Libertyville is seeking a temporary Customer Service Representative/Order Processor for a 2-4 week contract (could be extended) who...

Customer Service Agent - A1409875CHI-4658

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

at Beacon Hill Solutions Group, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Our client, a financial services company, is looking for a detail oriented and customer focused Customer Service...

Customer Service Representative - Part-Time

  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 17 hours ago

Essential Functions/Responsibilities Follows Agile established guidelines regarding customer service and delivers excellent customer service in accordance with Valley's and Agile's mission statements...

Customer Service Associate

  • Hainesville, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hainesville, IL (22 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Clarity Partners is seeking a Bilingual Customer Service Representative local to Chicago, IL with a demonstrated understanding of service center support processes and procedures....

Customer Service Associate - Nights/Weekends

  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

As the name suggests, your main priority is to provide great customer service....

Customer Service Associate - Dinner/Close Shift

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (10 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

As the name suggests, your main priority is to provide great customer service....

Bilingual Customer Service Representative

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Apply to be a Bilingual Customer Service Representative today!...

Retail Customer Experience Associate, Old Orchard - Full Time

  • Skokie, IL (13 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Skokie, IL (13 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Be part of an amazing story. Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Elk Grove Village, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Demographic Data for Elk Grove Village, IL

Moving to Elk Grove Village, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Elk Grove Village, IL below.


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Customer Service Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Elk Grove Village, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Elk Grove Village, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.7%
Associate's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
Master's Degree
5.2%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Elk Grove Village, IL
1-2 years
42.9%
Less than 1 year
38.0%
None
6.9%
2-4 years
6.8%
4-6 years
4.1%
6-8 years
1.1%
8-10 years
0.2%


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