Customer Service Jobs in Branford, CT

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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Veterinary Client Service Representative Primary Care

  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Type Part-time Description Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer service and making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners?...

Customer Service Associate

  • Wading River, NY (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wading River, NY (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 2 days 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 Associate

  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

In this role, you'll beresponsible for supporting the Customer Service department with invoicing, dataentry, administrative tasks, and reporting....

Customer Service Representative

  • Oxford, CT (20 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oxford, CT (20 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Nesco Resource is looking for a Customer Service Representative experienced in the Manufacturing field. THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION in Oxford, CT....

Customer Service Representative

  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus 2+ years in customer service, preferably in e-commerce or home improvement sectors....

Part Time Customer Service and Sales Associate

  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

The Part Time Customer Service & Sales Associate is an essential member of the Hertz Local Edition team and is the brand ambassador, providing the fastest, easiest, and most valued experience to our...

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

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

Retail Customer Service Representative

  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

administrative duties while giving the ultimate customer service....

Customer Service Representative (CSR)

  • Stratford, CT (17 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Stratford, CT (17 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Customer Service Representative Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated Customer Service Representative to join our dynamic team....

Insurance Customer Service Representative

  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (7 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 9 days ago

service focus Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar systems, including spreadsheets, email, word processing, and presentation software Grow, with us: AssuredPartners is passionate about fueling...

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days 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 Agent

  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago

This role is responsible for de escalating all concerns that arise and providing top tier customer service at all times. This will be an onsite role 5 days a week, 8 -5 est....

Customer Support Associate

  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago

This role is responsible for de-escalating all concerns and providing top tier customer service at all times. This will be an onsite role 5 days a week, 8 -5 est....

Customer Service Representative

  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (23 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 10 days ago

What you'll do: As a Customer Service Representative, you will play an important role in the lifecycle of every customers' purchase....

Customer Service Representative

  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (17 miles from Branford, CT)
  • 11 days ago

We are seeking a motivated Customer Service Representative Full time: Mon - Fri 8am-4:30pm Responsibilities: Interacting with customers, potential customers, vendors & suppliers Answer calls, handle...

Demographic Data for Branford, CT

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Branford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Branford, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.7%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.4%
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 Branford, CT
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%


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