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Our team currently has an opening for a Customer Service Representative in Houston, TX or Hartford, CT.ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESJOB SUMMARYThe Customer Service Representative is a key member of the Customer's Account Team (CSR + Account Manager). The Account Team will be held accountable for theoverall customer experience and are expected to consistently provide value to differentiate Brenntag over the competition. The Account team's efforts are expected to be focused and intentional, with a common goal: increasing customer loyalty, customer retention, and territory growth.The Customer Service Representative is responsible for creating a positive Customer Experience by providing timely communication based on Customer needs while executing Brenntag's Quality Objectives: the right product, right package, right quantity, right time, correct location, right paperwork, and the right price via the appropriate platform, while staying sensitive to the customer's changing circumstances.This role will be held accountable for accurate and prompt processing of customer orders and full order life cycle management: order processing, order management, order changes, cross collaboration required for order fulfillment, and leading all order related communication to the customer.This role is instrumental to Brenntag's Service Excellence commitment and must be represented with personal, genuine, and insightful efforts through each step of the customer journey.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESTeamwork:* Responsible for working both proactively and productively with teammates to resolve issues for the customer rather than treat service as a solo act.Order Entry, Management and Processing:* Responsible for efficient and accurate order placement, order confirmation via phone, email or EDI and timely communication regarding order changes to the customer.Communication:* Ability to manage internal and external requests via multiple platforms, while remaining organized and concise with communication. Identify and clarify customer needs and concerns, while effectively reporting requirements and customer expectations internally to determine a solution. Present answers / options to the customer and follow up to ensure resolution.Build and Develop Customer Relationships:* Establish sustainable and collaborative relationships through open, knowledgeable, and interactive communication with the customer. Intentional effort is required to development and foster strong customer relationship, ensuring customer loyalty and customer retention.* This role requires confidence to quickly pivot to meet changing demands, while providing professional, efficient, and courteous service.Data Integrity:* Responsible for working with the Commercial team and the customer to safeguard the integrity and accuracy of the customer's data, while establishing visibility across internal teams to encourage usability by all parties and reduce errors that result from bad/incorrect data.* Responsible for Compliance, Regulations, and Policy Alignment across daily functions ensuring that the service provided to our customers meets Safety, Quality and Regulatory expectations, along with any other relevant company policies and procedures.IDEAL PROFILE* Must have the capacity to problem solve, work independently, and consistently demonstrate strong listening, speaking and decision-making skills.* Excellent interpersonal skills with a passion for collaboration.* Skilled at handling competing priorities in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous, deadline-driven environment.* Strong organization and prioritization skills.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE* 2+ years of experience in Customer Service, Customer Success, or a similar discipline. OR 5+ years of relevant professional experience, Chemical Distribution or Manufacturing is a plus.* CRM Experience required, preferably Salesforce.* Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Team Collaboration tools.HOURLY RATE: $27.65-$31.00OUR OFFERWe aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.* Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.* Paid parental leave* Education assistance program* Employee assistance program* Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)ABOUT BRENNTAGBrenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 17,000 employees worldwide and operates a network of about 700 sites in 78 countries. In 2021, Brenntag generated sales of around 14.4 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a full-line portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries. In the field of sustainability, Brenntag pursues specific goals and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares have been listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010, initially in the MDAX and since September 2021 in the DAX. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 50 ESG and DAX ESG Target. For more information, visit www.brenntag.com.Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Human Resources at ...@brenntag.com (phone, tty, fax, email, etc.).Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E-verify, a government-run, web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. For more information, please go to or view the poster at TA Team