Customer Service Jobs in Palmer, MA

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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Customer Service Representative I, RMV - Springfield

  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties and Responsibilities Interact with customers to respond to inquiries and complaints. Issues licenses, identification cards and motor vehicle registrations. Communicates with internal and...

Lead Client Service Representative

  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago

A commitment to customer service and client contact is required with an ability to relate to individuals of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds at all levels of the socio-economic strata; knowledge...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 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....

Customer Service Associate

  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 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....

CSR-Customer Service Representative

  • Westfield, MA (23 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westfield, MA (23 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

CSR / Customer Service Representative Westfield machining companycurrently seeking a Customer Service Representative to join their team.Full time, direct hire opportunity!...

Sales Associate/Customer Service Representative

  • Stafford Springs, CT (14 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stafford Springs, CT (14 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 2 days ago

TTM Technologies, Inc. Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology...

Customer Relations Associate

  • Sturbridge, MA (11 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sturbridge, MA (11 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities and Accountabilities Provides efficient, effective and courteous customer service....

Customer Service Representative

  • Whately, MA (23 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whately, MA (23 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Store 4707508: 1 Sunderland Rd, Whately, Massachusetts 01093 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Customer Service Representative

  • Spencer, MA (16 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Spencer, MA (16 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Summary Our client, a manufacturing company in Spencer, MA is seeking a Customer Service Representative....

Customer Service Representative

  • Hadley, MA (18 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hadley, MA (18 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 6 days ago

service and adapt to multiple support programs + Ensure security protocols are followed during all customer interactions **Required Skills & Qualifications:** + 1.5 to 3 years of customer service experience...

Delivery Station Customer Service Associate, DSL

  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Within Customer Service, there are opportunities in process improvement, customer experience, data analysis and customer retention....

Customer Service Representative

  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicopee, MA (15 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 12 days ago

U-Haul is in search of friendly, motivated people for the position of Customer Service Representative....

Retail Customer Experience Associate, St Louis Galleria - Full Time

  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Id : REQ_558196, Title : Retail Customer Experience Associate, St Louis Galleria - Full Time, Category : Stores, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...028,...

Retail Customer Experience Associate, Holyoke Mall at Ingleside - Full Time

  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (17 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 15 days 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...

Customer Service Associate

  • Enfield, CT (19 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Enfield, CT (19 miles from Palmer, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Palmer, MA

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Palmer, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Palmer, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.4%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Associate's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
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 Palmer, MA
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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