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We have an incredible range of fresh and speciality produce from Britain and all over the world.\nMedina foodservice, along with Brakes, is part of the Sysco global family meaning our customers benefit from global reach, economies of scale, worldwide insight and all the benefits of a highly successful and professional parent company.\nThis is a Part-time role working 25 hours per week. The shifts are around 5 hours per day working shifts between 6am-4pm but some flexibility required around busy periods, with working weekends on a rota basis.\nAs a Customer Support Advisor, you will be providing excellent customer service to both external and internal customers being the first point of contact to assist in orders, via phone and email. Working in a small team you will also be supporting the field-based Sales Executives to book in appointments and taking weekly orders from customers.\nKey Activities & Responsibilities:\nProcess all orders and collections with accuracy of data entry and fulfilling the requirements of each customer whilst maintaining customer mailbox enquiries.\nAchieving set KPI’S in line with Medina Foodservice requirements. Calls answered in a timely manner in line with company targets.\nDevelop and maintain department structure to understand impact of customer service function across the business\nDevelop and maintain customer relationships through effective communication, problem solving, and fulfilling business commitments.\nHave a detailed knowledge of allocated customers business, expectations and requirements.\nAct as a first point for any customer issues, investigate as fully as possible and ensure relevant parties are brought into the discussion to find a fast and effective solution.\nTake ownership of customer queries, keeping systems updated and credits/collections booked out in a timely manner, effectively liaise with other departments where necessary.\nEnsure that all customer Comments/complaints/correspondence is processed in accordance with Medina Foodservice Customer complaints procedure, and customer specific requirements.\nMaintain effective communication between customer and Medina Foodservice, scheduling call backs when required and ensuring customer mailbox is maintained via emails.\nCommunicate with internal departments to ensure processes run smoothly\nKey Attributes:\nPrevious office/customer service environment required\nPassion for excellent customer service\nExcellent attention to detail\nConfident problem solving and decision-making skills\nSelf-motivated with a desire to exceed set standards\nPC Literate\nWhat you'll get:\nHuge discount on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning products\nGenerous holiday allowance\nRecognition awards and Incentives\nPension\nReal career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the world’s leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility\nAnd much more….\nApply now...\nAt Medina everyone is welcome. 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