Customer Service Representative

Now Hiring! Customer Service Representative Research Triangle Park, NC (Durham... The world needs creative solutions. We need YOU! Where the chemistry happens… We're looking for a Supply Chain Customer Service Representative to be part of the Operations Team of BASF's Agricultural Solutions division (AP) in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. As the Customer Service Representative, you'll be responsible for the entire order fulfillment process for assigned channel partners. The order fulfillment process includes; order entry, issue resolution, shipping and invoicing. You will proactively take necessary action to remove obstacles between customer's requirements and BASF's ability to satisfy them while making decisions within established guidelines. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with channel partners and seek ways to improve their customer experience. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement each week - 2 days working onsite, 3 days working remotely from home. As a Customer Service Representative, You Create Chemistry By... • Managing order to cash process activities such as expediting, basic returns, back order monitoring, sample and zero-dollar orders, consignment order process, and removing obstacles that may impact customer requirements and BASF’s ability to satisfy them. • Executing Customer Non-Conformance process including investigation and reporting. • Completing material availability inquiries and price discrepancy reporting. • Contributing directly to supply chain initiatives of Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), including managing slow moving or aged inventory reduction via direct interaction with sales/product management and customers. • Providing consistent quality service and act as a liaison for customers and external service providers. • Understanding and enforce stated business rules and raise awareness to situations where a resolution requires cross functional coordination. • Managing more complex projects and time lines for Customer Service including: organizing clear key deliverables, establishing and meeting deadlines, action item management and resolution, information sharing with stake holders, decision making, collaboration and final presentation. If you... • Have a Bachelor's degree, preferred (not required). • 5 years of progressive experience in a related field, required. • Held an experienced professional position requiring a strong understanding of Order to Cash, Invoicing and Reconciliation process, required. • Experience using SAP order to cash modules including invoicing is preferred. • Previous experience working in the manufacturing industry, preferred • Demonstrate ability to work independently and offer solutions to moderately complex problems. • Demonstrate ability of taking initiative for process improvement and the ability to understand the impact of your work on the broader business. • Are computer proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of products (Excel/Word) and web-based applications, intermediate level of competence with Excel. • Have experience interacting with customers in a helpful and friendly manner to understand their needs. • Demonstrate interpersonal, teamworking and communication skills. Then... Click below to Belong@BASF! Create Your Own Chemistry when taking advantage of our Total Rewards. At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters… • Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible • Retirement Benefits • Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement • Mentoring & Development Programs • Employee Discounts • Pet insurance • Matching Donations to your favorite cause • Access to our BASF Wine Cellar and much more! Privacy Statement BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud. Equal Employment Opportunities We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis