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Customer Service Advisor
Guitar Center Company
📍 Kansas City
Full-time
Job description
<p><b></b> </p> <p style=""><strong><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">The Customer Service Advisor position at Guitar Center is an entry level role in our Contact Center for individuals who are passionate about music and excited to begin a career in the music retail industry. In this role, your number one priority is to ensure that every customer feels valued, supported, and completely satisfied with their experience. As a Customer Service Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for customer service. You will help answer questions, provide clear guidance, and support customers as they explore musical instruments and gear. While sales are an important part of the role, understanding customer needs, and creating positive interactions is the primary focus.</span></p> <p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Customer Engagement</strong><br /></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Serve as the first point of contact for customers and provide friendly, professional support through phone, email cases, and chat.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Own customer experiences by utilizing existing policy and procedure as well as gear knowledge to resolve customer concerns</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Use effective and strong communication skills to understand customer needs on a deeper level. </span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Use that gained understanding to partner with the customer and navigate to the most appropriate solution using existing empowerment rights. </span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Delight by building strong connections with customers by aiming for one call resolution and follow-through.</span> </li> </ul> <p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Sales and Revenue Support</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Support sales goals by using strong communication and product knowledge to create positive and helpful customer interactions.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Recommend additional products that fit the customer’s interests, focusing on enhancing their overall musical experience and satisfaction.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Execute sales transactions, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</span> </li> </ul> <p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Product Knowledge</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Build a solid understanding of the musical instruments, gear, and accessories offered at Guitar Center.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Stay informed about new products, promotions, and industry trends so you can share accurate and current information with customers.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Participate in ongoing training and development sessions to strengthen both product knowledge and customer experience skills.</span> </li> </ul> <p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Digital Engagement</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Use digital tools and platforms to communicate with customers and highlight product features and benefits.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Record customer interaction notes accurately in Salesforce and OMS to ensure strong follow up and service.</span> </li> </ul> <p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Team Collaboration</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Partner with other team members to share knowledge, learn from one another, and improve the customer experience.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Take part in team meetings and contribute to a supportive and positive work environment.</span></li> </ul><p style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"><strong>Professional Experience and Requirements</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport and create positive connections with customers.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">A customer focused mindset with a commitment to delivering excellent service above all else.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;"> Passion for music and a basic understanding of musical instruments and gear.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Ability to learn quickly and stay productive in a fast-paced environment.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Comfortable using computers and digital communication tools.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Education or experience in Music Technology, Audio Production, or Music Business is helpful but not required.</span></li> <li style=""><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Previous experience in sales, service, or retail, especially within the music industry, is a plus.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid jobârelated requirements</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size: 10.0pt;">If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1â818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email to <a href="mailto:recruiting@guitarcenter.com">recruiting@guitarcenter.com</a>.</span></p>