Customer Service Specialist with German (m/f/d)

As a Customer Service Front Office Regular Specialist, you will be the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring a seamless experience throughout the order-to-delivery process. You will resolve inquiries, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, and proactively identify solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Working independently, you will also contribute to process improvements, operational projects, and business reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Data processing: Receive, process, and manage customer orders accurately and efficiently, including order entry, verification, and confirmation, while adhering to established procedures and deadlines.
• Customer Communication: Assist customers with inquiries, requests, and concerns in person, over the phone, or via email, ensuring prompt and courteous service at all times. Provide accurate information to customers regarding products, services, pricing, promotions, policies, and procedures, addressing any questions or uncertainties to ensure clarity and understanding.
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve customer complaints, discrepancies, or issues effectively, employing problem-solving skills, empathy, and diplomacy to achieve satisfactory outcomes and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Order Processing: Monitor the status of orders throughout the fulfillment process, liaising with relevant departments and external customers to ensure orders reach customers within specified timeframes.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with internal departments such as sales, marketing, operations, finance and IT to address customer needs, resolve issues, and facilitate seamless communication and workflow.
• Invoice and Billing Support: Generate invoices, statements, and billing documents accurately based on customer orders, terms, and pricing agreements.
• PPG Way: Promote PPG Way values and changes coming from local management and endorses the same.

Qualifications:

• Secondary education or higher, with 3-5 years of relevant experience in customer service or a related field.
• Fluent German (written and spoken) and communicative English skills.
• Experience in telephone and email communication with customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving customer issues.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and conscientiousness.
• Experience in the automotive industry is an advantage.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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