Customer Service Jobs in Lake Zurich, IL

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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Customer Service Representative (Hybrid or Remote)

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

a highly responsive and unsurpassed level of customer service....

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Retail Customer Experience Associate, Woodlands Mall - Full Time

  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Id : REQ_569570, Title : Retail Customer Experience Associate, Woodlands Mall - Full Time, Category : Stores, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...920,...

Customer Service Representative

  • Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Description The Customer Service Representative is responsible for providing high quality customer care to create a positive experience for our B2B customers....

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Spanish Bilingual CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

  • Des Plaines, IL (13 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (13 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

Provide prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Gurnee, IL (12 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Gurnee, IL (12 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 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 Associate

  • Gurnee, IL (12 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Gurnee, IL (12 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 22 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

  • Rolling Meadows, IL (9 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rolling Meadows, IL (9 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Kenosha Branch 12355 Uline Way, Kenosha, WI 53144 Customer Service is the heartbeat of Uline!...

Customer Service Representative - Overnights

  • Wilmot, WI (22 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wilmot, WI (22 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Customer Service Representative - Overnights Pay from $26 to $33 per hour with significant growth and earning potential!...

Customer Service Associate Job Roselle, IL

  • Roselle, IL (16 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Roselle, IL (16 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Bring JOY to YOUR Journey and ap ply today for our part-time Customer Service Associate position!...

Customer Service Representative

  • Vernon Hills, IL (4 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (4 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Automotive Services Claims Underwriting and more A DAY IN THE LIFE of a Branch Customer Service Representative The Auto Club Group is seeking prospective Member Representative I's or Branch Customer...

Spanish Bilingual Remote Customer Service Representative

  • Evanston, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Remote Customer Service Representatives to join our elite teams....

Remote Work

Remote Customer Service Representative

  • Evanston, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (20 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

We are hiring Remote Customer Service Representatives to join our elite teams....

Remote Work

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Glenview, IL (14 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenview, IL (14 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This customer service focused team member is knowledgeable in all areas of the Store's business, including print, signs & graphics, and shipping....

Customer Care Representative - Regional Omnichannel

  • Hanover Park, IL (16 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover Park, IL (16 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

SKILLS: Excellent customer service skills required. Demonstrated sales skills required....

Client Relations Associate

  • Lincolnshire, IL (6 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (6 miles from Lake Zurich, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Under close supervision, the Client Relations Associate is responsible for responding to customer inquiries and processing customer orders. This position is also responsible for issuing return...

Demographic Data for Lake Zurich, IL

Moving to Lake Zurich, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Lake Zurich, IL below.


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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Lake Zurich, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Lake Zurich, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Associate's Degree
15.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.0%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some College
4.2%
Some High School
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Customer Services in Lake Zurich, IL
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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