Customer Service Representative (81337) at THE GILL CORPORATION

El Monte, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

81475.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Order Management, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Math Skills, SAP ERP Software, MS Office, Aerospace Industry Knowledge, Negotiation Skills, Contract Review, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Administrative Tasks, ITAR Compliance, Quotations, Production Control

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: 0T534 CA - El Monte, CA 91731 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $68,640.00 - $81,475.00 Salary Job Shift: 1st Shift Who we are: The Gill Corporation is one of the world's largest manufacturers of honeycomb, high performance floor panels, cargo compartment liners and original equipment for passenger and freighter aircraft. The company also excels in many other types of reinforced plastics including interior sandwich panels for creating structures such as aircraft galleys and bulkheads, honeycomb core and related products. The Gill Corporation is seeking a Customer Service Representative to support our aerospace customer base by managing all aspects of the customer service and order-management life cycle. This role serves as the primary customer interface and works cross-functionally with internal departments to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant execution of customer requirements. The CSR will also support Regional Sales Managers (RSMs) by monitoring accounts, addressing inquiries, processing changes, and proactively resolving issues. Reporting to the Customer Service Manager, the CSR will perform—though not be limited to—the following responsibilities: Responsibilities Manage the full customer purchase order life cycle, from supporting RSMs during the bid phase through all internal/external changes, product delivery, and final invoice closure. Receive, review, and accurately enter customer purchase orders and change orders; provide timely status updates from Operations to customers. Coordinate with Production Control to obtain lead times, minimum order quantities, and other essential information prior to order acceptance. Negotiate expedite fees when applicable. Serve as the primary point of contact, ensuring clear and timely communication between customers, RSMs, and internal teams; support prompt resolution of customer concerns while balancing business objectives. Process Requests for Information, Quotations, and Proposals, collaborating with customers, RSMs, and internal stakeholders; submit bid proposals and, when required, support negotiations on pricing, lead time, and program requirements. Assist RSMs with contract review, aerospace-specific requirements, and preparation for negotiations. Maintain accurate customer records, including contacts, meeting notes, program details, product usage, and historical data. Document bid status and results in the designated database system. Participate actively in company and program meetings as required. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—Operations, Quality, Engineering, Program Management, Production Control, Finance—to ensure compliance with aerospace requirements, certifications, delivery schedules, and customer expectations. Perform administrative tasks accurately and within required deadlines. Other essential duties may be assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required. Minimum 1 year of customer service experience. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Competent math skills to support bid, pricing, and order-entry accuracy. Ability to quickly learn make-to-order product lines and aerospace customer specifications. Ability to become proficient with SAP ERP software. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint). Preferred: Experience within the aerospace industry, familiarity with AS9100 requirements, and/or knowledge of composite materials, aerospace manufacturing processes, and customer portals (e.g., Boeing, Collins, Gulfstream, Textron). ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. The Gill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The Gill Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act and applicable state and local law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please notify the Human Resources Department

Responsibilities

The Customer Service Representative will manage the full customer purchase order life cycle and serve as the primary point of contact for customers. This includes coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate execution of customer requirements.