Customer Service Jobs in Riverhead, NY

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

  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Description The Customer Service Representative will provide exceptional customer service, answer inquiries, process payments and other sale day activities....

Delivery Station Customer Service Associate, DSL

  • Shirley, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shirley, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service Associate

  • Patchogue, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Patchogue, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 2 days ago

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

Client Service Representative

  • Bayport, NY (24 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bayport, NY (24 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 6 days ago

The CSR is the pivot around which the hospital operates and is responsible for: Customer service functions, including: greeting visitors, answering telephones, and guiding clients and their pets to...

Customer Relations Specialist

  • Bridgehampton, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgehampton, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Overview We are currently looking for a Customer Relations Specialist to play a pivotal role in helping to support excellent customer service, customer retention and new customer acquisition....

Loss Prevention Customer Service Associate II

  • Bridgehampton, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bridgehampton, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 9 days ago

service via a Company issued radio Observe and report any suspicious behavior or critical incidents to LP or store management Perform a closing safety sweep of the store with a member of management...

Customer Service Representative I

  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Here at IAA, an RB Global, Inc. company, (IAA) excellent customer service is at our core....

Customer Service Associate Team Leader (Front End Support Assistant Manager)

  • Centereach, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Centereach, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Responsibilities: Models and delivers outstanding customer service. Sets and achieves the highest standards of retail execution....

Customer Service Representative ($20/hr)

  • Coram, NY (19 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Coram, NY (19 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

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

Customer Service Representative

  • Yaphank, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Yaphank, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Requirements High standards for excellence, integrity and customer service Excellent customer service skills Ability to resolve conflict in a professional and decisive manner Foundational sales...

Customer Service Representative

  • Farmingville, NY (21 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Farmingville, NY (21 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 90+ days ago

General Summary As a Family Dollar Customer Service Representative you will be responsible for providing exceptional service to our customers....

Customer Experience associate

  • Riverhead, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 90+ days ago

service, or sales environment Proven sales track record and results driven mindset Competitive drive and entrepreneurial confidence to succeed Demonstrated ability to deliver a high standard of customer...

Demographic Data for Riverhead, NY

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Riverhead, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Riverhead, NY 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 Riverhead, NY
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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