Customer Service Lead

Syngenta Group

$78K — $98K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-5+ years in customer service with leadership experience
  • Associate Degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or related field, or 3+ years in Horticulture, Agronomy, or Agribusiness
  • Strong analytical and data processing skills
  • Proficiency in ERP systems
  • Experience in multi-functional team collaboration
  • Excellent time management abilities
  • Customer value creation focus

Responsibilities

  • Track team KPIs to analyze trends and provide feedback
  • Mentor and train new employees while monitoring performance
  • Handle complex complaints and high-stakes customer issues
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with customers
  • Respond swiftly to inquiries about products, pricing, and programs
  • Provide customer service support via phone and online
  • Manage shipment tracking and communicate vital information to customers

Benefits

  • Culture that supports collaboration and professional development
  • Flexible work options for better work-life balance
  • Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision starting on day one
  • 401k with company match and profit sharing
  • Paid vacation, holidays, maternity and paternity leave
  • Education assistance, wellness programs, and corporate discounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

At Syngenta, our goal is to cultivate the most collaborative and trustworthy team in agriculture by providing top-quality seeds and innovative crop protection solutions that enhance farmers' success. To achieve this, the North America Vegetable Seeds team is currently seeking a Customer Service Lead in Woodland, CA.

Accountabilities:
  • Tracking team KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to analyze trends and provide actionable feedback
  • Mentoring, training, and onboarding new employees while monitoring team performance and adherence to policies
  • Handling complex complaints, high-stakes customer issues, and service challenges that require elevated authority
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining solid relationships with the assigned customer base
  • Supply timely responses regarding product, pricing, and program information
  • Provide customer service by answering phone calls, taking messages, and assisting with transactions
  • Respond to all questions from customers in an efficient manner while always maintaining the highest level of professionalism
  • Tracking of all shipments. This encompasses obtaining and generating all necessary documentation
  • Responsible for notifying customers and the Account Manager of their shipment with all necessary information, encompassing tracking details, timelines, etc.
  • Provide support to the Syngenta Vegetable Seeds Platform; assist in other office duties as needed


Qualifications
  • 2-5+ years in customer service, with previous experience in a lead, supervisory, or mentorship role
  • Associate Degree in Agriculture, Business, Marketing, or related field, and/or
  • 3+ years' experience in Horticulture, Agronomy, or Agribusiness
  • Strong data processing and analytical acumen
  • Strong ERP skills
  • Experience working as part of multi-functional teams
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Focus on creating value for our customers


Additional Information
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Salary for this position ranges between $78,400- $98,000 annually.

What We Offer:
  • A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration, promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs.
  • Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts your first day.
  • 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution.
  • Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts, among other benefits.

WL: 4B

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