Customer Service Jobs in Torrance, CA

Customer Service Professionals in the retail industry are responsible for assisting customers with inquiries, complaints, or problems. They interact directly with customers to hear their concerns, solve problems, and provide them with information about products or services. They help to create an environment that fosters customer loyalty and enhances the shopping experience. This often includes processing returns or exchanges, resolving complaints, and ensuring that customers leave satisfied. These professionals may work in a physical store or in a virtual setting, such as a call center or online chat support.

Important skills for a Customer Service Professional in the retail industry include strong communication and problem-solving skills, patience, empathy, and excellent knowledge of the company's products or services. There are also certain certifications that can enhance a professional's credentials in this field, such as the Certified Customer Service Professional (CCSP) and the Professional Customer Service Certification (PCSC). Prior to becoming a Customer Service Professional, individuals may hold roles such as Sales Associate, Cashier, or Store Clerk, where they can gain valuable experience in dealing with customers and understanding the retail environment.

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Eagle Rock Pet Care

Veterinary Customer Service Representative

Qualifications We're looking for: Customer Service Representative or Receptionist with a minimum of 1-year veterinary experience  preferred Compassionate and calm team player Ability to multi-task Strong...

Montebello Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Customer Service Representative

Company Description Montebello Veterinary Hospital  is the real deal - 45+ years of trusted care, generations of loyal clients, and a team that's all in on making every day count. Our services...

Airport Customer Service Agent (PT) -LGB

  • Long Beach, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

This is a customer-facing role, providing first-class customer service to everyone. You are friendly, outgoing, and love to make people happy daily!...

Customer Service Agent - $18.00 + $1,000 Sign-on bonus

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Were seeking individuals with vibrant personalities who love interacting with people. As a Ready Line or Return Agent, youll be a vital part of our team, acting as a Key Company Promoter and the...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • San Gabriel, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Gabriel, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Representative

  • Cypress, CA (15 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (15 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

A renowned company is seeking Customer Service professionals to join their team. This role can offer you fantastic growth potential, an excellent company culture, and excellent benefits....

Loss Prevention Tactical Customer Service Associate

  • Compton, CA (5 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Compton, CA (5 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

service via a Company issued radio Observe and report any suspicious behavior or critical incidents to LP or store management Perform a closing safety sweep of the store with a member of management...

Position Open - Customer Service Representative

  • Hawthorne, CA (6 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hawthorne, CA (6 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

We are seeking a dedicated Customer Service Representative to join our team....

Senior Customer Service Representative

  • S el Monte, CA (21 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • S el Monte, CA (21 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

We are actively seeking for Customer Service Representative to handle our growing online and wholesale business. This position is based in our S El Monte, California fulfillment center....

Customer Service Associate

  • Buena Park, CA (17 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Buena Park, CA (17 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Customer Service Representative (Bilingual)

  • Culver City, CA (12 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (12 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

Your Opportunity Customer Service RepresentativeSpeedy Cash Culver City, CA As a Customer Service Representative (CSR), youll help people in your community access the financial solutions they needright...

Customer Service Representative

  • Carson, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Carson, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

The Customer Service Representative is accountable to performance KPIs used to monitor department performance....

Customer Service Representative

  • El Monte, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • El Monte, CA (23 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

U-Haul is in search of friendly, motivated people for the position of Customer Service Representative....

Customer Service Representative (ID #442334)

  • Carson, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carson, CA (3 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Carson, CA Lakewood Ca 3052 $18.56/Per Hour Customer Service Representative Job Description Branch Details Customer Service Representative - Logistics Carson, CA | $18.56/hr | 1st Shift: 8:00 AM - 4...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Huntington Beach, CA (20 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (20 miles from Torrance, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Provides customer service in the photo area, including digital passport photo service, poster print and creative machine, suggestive sell of promotional photo products....

Demographic Data for Torrance, CA

Moving to Torrance, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Torrance, CA below.

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Torrance, CA

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Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Torrance, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.2%
Bachelor's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
16.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Torrance, CA
1-2 years
42.9%
Less than 1 year
38.0%
None
6.9%
2-4 years
6.8%
4-6 years
4.1%
6-8 years
1.1%
8-10 years
0.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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