Customer Service Representative

Customer Service Representative

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

With a unique global network of commercial subsidiaries and independent distributors across major markets, our customers are offered a strong portfolio of the most popular lens, frames, instruments and equipment brands that can serve every sector of the market. The Professional Solutions team works with our customers one-on-one, developing professional relationships based on trust and care.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

The Customer Service Representative handles calls from new and existing business clients regarding a variety of requests in an efficient and effective manner. The Customer Service Representative uses knowledge of Luxottica products and services and excellent customer service skills to address issues, provide support, offer information, and place orders to keep customers satisfied and retain business.

Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Answers incoming calls and processes orders.
• Resolves customer complaints, troubleshoots issues to determine best path for resolution.
• Correctly documents customer interactions and tracks call types.
• Maintains support service levels and upholds Luxottica's Customer Service standards.
• Owns follow up with customers to resolve inquiries regarding order status, shipping status and stock availability.
• Takes inbound phone calls for up-to 90% of assigned shift.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Basic qualifications include:

• High school diploma
• 1+ year(s) of experience working in customer service, hospitality or call center environment
• Excellent telephone etiquette, including the ability to communicate with confidence in a clear, professional speaking voice
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated listening and comprehension skills
• A clear team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain composure when dealing with difficult customer situations
• Excellent time management skills – must be able to prioritize tasks efficiently
• Strong PC skills including MS Office; Word and Excel
• Ability to navigate information systems and internet

Preferred qualifications include:

• Higher education degree
• Previous experience using SAP
• Previous experience in the optical industry, full knowledge of Luxottica's optical products and a strong command of the industry language
• Bilingual Spanish or French

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.