What you'll be doing:

• Respond to customer inquiries, identify needs, and resolve service requests efficiently, prioritizing first-contact resolution and a positive customer experience.
• Research, troubleshoot, and resolve complex or escalated customer issues through effective problem-solving and follow-up.
• Navigate internal systems, databases, and software to manage customer interactions, resolve cases, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address customer concerns and identify opportunities to improve processes and the customer experience.
• Recommend products, services, or solutions that align with customer needs and business objectives.
• Meet or exceed customer service performance metrics while adhering to company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training to strengthen product and process knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service and building strong customer relationships.
• Ability to independently manage customer issues from initial contact through resolution, including appropriate follow-up.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in navigating multiple systems and technology platforms simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners and stakeholders.
• Commitment to continuous learning, process improvement, and service excellence.

What's needed – Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2+ years of customer service, customer support, contact center, or related experience, including resolving customer concerns in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and follow up on open issues.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends and holidays as business needs require.

What's needed – Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
• Call center or contact center experience.
• Business-to-business or Business-to- customer (B2B/B2C) customer service experience.
• eCommerce or order management experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working remotely.
• Experience managing escalated customer concerns and driving successful resolutions.

We Offer:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting.  The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, business considerations, geography, and internal equity.   Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. 

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.