Customer Service Jobs in Allentown, PA

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 Associate - Temporary

  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 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....

New Store Customer Service Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager) - Doylestown - Opening Early Spring 2025

  • Quakertown, PA (12 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Quakertown, PA (12 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 5 hours ago

New Store Opening - Doylestown, PA - Early Spring 2025Address: 1745 South Easton Road Suite E1, Doylestown PA 18901Whole Foods Market Doylestown is set to be the first store located in Doylestown, with...

Customer Experience Associate

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Overview Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

Customer Service Representative TEMP-to-PERM

  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION: CUSTOMER SERVICE REP RESENTATIVE (TEMP-to-PERM) LOCATION: COMMERCE PARK (EA STON, PA) REPORTS TO: CUSTOMER SERVICE SUPERVISOR Customer Service Representative Responsibilities : 1....

Customer Service Representative

  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Proficiency in common office software (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and customer service tools....

Customer Service Associate

  • Macungie, PA (9 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Macungie, PA (9 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Job Title: Customer Service Associate Location: Field Department: Store Operations Job Summary: The Customer Service Associate works in support of the store management team to facilitate...

Customer Service Agent

  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago

| Allentown, PA, USA | Hourly | Full Time Join the DVS Team as an Inbound Customer Service Superstar! Are you ready to make a difference while having a blast at work?...

Customer Service Representative

  • Gilbertsville, PA (21 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gilbertsville, PA (21 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service is the heartbeat of Uline! As a Customer Service Representative, youll dig into order details to deliver an exceptional experience our customers love....

Customer Service Representative - Bilingual

  • Sellersville, PA (18 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sellersville, PA (18 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service is the heartbeat of Uline! As a Bilingual Customer Service Representative, youll dig into order details to deliver an exceptional experience our customers love....

ULINE- Customer Service Representative

  • Limeport, PA (6 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Limeport, PA (6 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service is the heartbeat of Uline! As a Customer Service Representative, youll dig into order details to deliver an exceptional experience our customers love....

Customer Care Representative

  • Northampton, PA (7 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Northampton, PA (7 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 12 days ago

-Understands and strives to meet or exceed call center metrics while providing excellent consistent customer service....

Customer Care Representative - Career Advancement Opportunities

  • Northampton, PA (7 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Northampton, PA (7 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Locations US-PA-Northampton Job ID 2025-6600 Category Customer Service Type Regular Full-Time...

Call Center Customer Service Representative

  • Allentown, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 12 days ago

Deliver amazing customer service through effective and timely resolution of various customer inquiries and concerns....

Retail Customer Experience Associate, Lehigh Valley - Full Time

  • Whitehall, PA (3 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Whitehall, PA (3 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 14 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 Representative

  • Center Valley, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Center Valley, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Customer Service Representatives are expected to project a positive company image and experience through phone interaction....

Demographic Data for Allentown, PA

Moving to Allentown, PA? Find some basic demographic data about Allentown, PA below.


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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Allentown, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Allentown, PA 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 Allentown, PA
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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