Customer Order Management Services I- Remote

Purpose:

The Customer Order Management (COM) team serves as a central point of contact for our both customers and internal departments for support of order management and services. We are responsible for receiving, coordinating, and facilitating order management and customer retail services. The Customer Order Management Services level I work in close coordination with internal departments to ensure proper processing and handling of services provided for the customer. This position is tasked with ensuring that order placement is accurate and consistent through an optimal and efficient operating model. Leveraging knowledge of technology both hardware and software products. this role is responsible to provide first class customer service via emails and telephone, assisting with any ad-hoc customer requests.

What does it mean to be part of our Customer Experience team?

Being in customer experience involves understanding and managing the interactions between UNFI and our customers throughout the entire journey. Whether it’s small or large retail grocery stores, our team ensures they’re getting the best possible service and support so we can deliver better together. Our customer experience team strives to make our customers stronger and help transform the future of food.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage customer orders in line with the guidelines received from customers, sales, supply chain and Operations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Follow system procedures to capture customer orders on the systems and undertake sufficient process and controls to manage risk.
• Communicate with customers on order related activities to deliver high service levels.
• Manage the resolution of day-to-day operational issues or errors and resolve anomalies to ensure high-level of customer service and accurate transactions.
• Work collaboratively with peers to share best practice, creating an awareness of issues throughout the department.
• Use appropriate systems and tools to ensure orders are processed timely and accurately.
• Triage orders exceptions to resolve prior to processing orders through the DC. Manage late order and add-ons by setting up additional order waves in the systems.
• Represent the team, department in a professional manner, understanding and anticipating the business needs, developing good working relationships with all internal and external parties.
• Track special orders (future ship date orders) while consistently monitoring product availability and ship dates of deliveries.
• Provide Tier I technical helpdesk support to customers who require help with technical products or services.
  
  

Job Requirements:

Education/ Certifications/Experience (Required & Preferred)

• Associate degree in business management or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 y ears relevant work experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Product knowledge and industry terms related to UNFI required.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
  
  

Work Environment: Remote Role:

This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO or Competitive PTO plan, mentorship program/developmental opportunities, other benefits applicable to specific role.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.