Customer Experience Specialist at Percepta South Africa

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

18.34

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Communication Skills, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Relationship Building, Detail Orientation, Problem Solving, Automotive Knowledge, Sales Support, Organizational Skills, Listening Skills, Professionalism, Technology Use, Typing Skills, Follow-Up Skills, Teamwork

Industry

Outsourcing/Offshoring

Description

At Percepta, we bring first-class service across each market we support. As a Customer Experience Specialist (CXS) on-site in Melbourne, FL, you’ll be a part of creating and delivering amazing customer experiences, while also enjoying the satisfaction of being part of a unique culture. What You’ll Be Doing The Customer Experience Specialist (CXS) will work with customers and prospective buyers to earn and retain their loyalty with our customer, a globally recognized provider of high-quality automotive products and services. This will be accomplished by creating relationships based on understanding the customer’s needs, concerns, lifestyle, and preferences by carefully listening to the customer, providing knowledge and resources, and resolving issues on a timely basis. In this role, the CXS is empowered to make decisions using customer satisfaction tools to resolve customer concerns and to ensure customer loyalty. This position is a Single Point of Contact for customers to address sales, product knowledge, service issues, dealer information, and obtain resolutions. Customer interaction will be accomplished through a combination of inbound/outbound phone, email, and other correspondence. During a Typical Day, You’ll Provide an exceptional customer experience with a focus on building a relationship of trust and enthusiasm while guiding the customer from website to pre-buy experience, to include: Vehicle knowledge and availability Local promotions for the brand Assist with the specifications of vehicles Assist with customer/Dealer connection Educate the customer on products and services Act as a resource for all product knowledge and service support Scheduling activities as required for special events Actively listens to the customer while controlling the interaction to lead the customer in a professional and efficient manner Act as a liaison between the customer, service support, and dealership by following up to ensure customer satisfaction Responsible for handling inbound customer calls regarding sales and service in a helpful, courteous, and professional manner, displaying knowledge and concern for their needs Responsible for handling emails and chats Exhibit strong follow-up and organizational skills, in both verbal and written communication Responsible for resolving customer issues using all available resources, including Dealers, i.e., Service Personnel, Subject Matter Experts, leadership, and Field Service Engineers. Return all email and voice mail messages promptly and follow up with customers and dealers as committed Responsible for documenting customer inquiries and concerns When necessary, use applicable customer satisfaction tools to resolve customer issues. Tools include financial assistance, service plans, payments, and maintenance plans Participate in business-related marketing and sales projects Ability to meet specified goals as set forth by management Provide feedback to management for the continued and improved performance of the department to foster positive results and growth Work as a team player – assist other team members when in need of support Other duties as assigned Practical application of time management is critical, as specialists will focus on handling cases from initial concern to resolution Specialists will be trained in processes that include an understanding of local laws Specialists will need to handle cases within the client’s established timeline Successful agents in this role will utilize resources including onsite Knowledge Base, Dealerships, local resources, Part & Tech SMEs for case progression Critically important to agent success and customer satisfaction is keeping our promise. Agents must follow up with customers with updates and timelines. Missing timelines to follow up leads to poor customer experience and diminished brand loyalty What You Bring to the Role High School Diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred 2 years of experience in a Customer Relations Contact Center, hospitality industry, or PR/Sales field Experience in a luxury field (hospitality or brand product) is a plus Knowledge of the automotive industry is a plus High level of trust and integrity Strong verbal and written communication skills Detailed listening skills Strong customer service, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills Time management and ability to prioritize projects and customer needs Conflict resolution skills – listen to the customer Exercise good service and business judgment with the end goal of customer satisfaction Excellent English language, oral and written, with grammatical knowledge and etiquette Ability to sway the opinion of others through verbal and/or written correspondence Ability to blend personality with professional demeanor to provide the customer with a comfortable conversation Use of technology for product resourcing to resolve customer issues Typing Skills (minimum 30wpm) Knowledgeable in MS Office, Email, Texting, and Chat Ability to work through multiple computer screens Ability to work calmly under pressure Displays professionalism in demeanor, language, and appearance What You Can Expect Starting pay of $18.34/hr. Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) 401(k) with company match Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program Training and Development Programs (Percepta College) Employee Rewards Program (Perci Perks) A Bit More About Your Role Call center environment Must be able to interact with all internal and external departments and contacts Must represent Percepta professionally with all customers and external organizations and contacts About Percepta Established in 2000 as a joint venture with TTEC, Percepta has specialized in creating customer loyalty to its clients across the globe. Delivered in multiple channels, speaking multiple languages, we bring first-class service across each market we support. Our values are the heartbeat of our organization, and we live, breathe, and play by them daily. At Percepta, we: Lead with humility – We listen first, lead with empathy, and stay grounded—so people and ideas have room to grow. Service beyond self – We serve others—clients, customers, and teammates—with care and integrity in every interaction. Leave it better – We take ownership and leave every process, person, and place better than we found it. Win together – We succeed as one—celebrating, supporting, and showing up for each other. Deliver remarkable – We go beyond expectations to create bold, meaningful moments that stand out. Percepta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Percepta embraces and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that respects and empowers the culture and perspectives within our global teams. We strive to reflect the communities we serve by not only delivering amazing service and technology, but also humanity. We make it a point to make sure all our employees feel valued and comfortable being their authentic selves at work. As a global company, we know diversity is our strength. It enables us to view projects and ideas from different vantage points and allows every individual to bring value to the table in their unique way. #LI-onsite

Responsibilities

The Customer Experience Specialist will work with customers to earn and retain their loyalty by understanding their needs and resolving issues. This role involves providing exceptional customer service through various communication channels and acting as a liaison between customers and dealerships.