Customer Service Jobs in Peoria, 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 Associate - Temporary

  • Peoria Heights, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Peoria Heights, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

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

Logistics Customer Service Representative

  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morton, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 day ago

LOGISTICS CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IN Morton, IL, USA!...

Customer Service Representative, PT 1st Shift

  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 1 day ago

- Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative....

Customer Service Representative, PT 3rd Shift

  • Bartonville, IL (6 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bartonville, IL (6 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Store 4701206: 1007 W Garfield Ave, Bartonville, Illinois 61607 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Client Service Representative

  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago

One year related experience required with customer service preferred....

Customer Service Representative RiverPlex

  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 3 days ago

Experience : Strong customer service skills/experience required. Knowledge and Ability : Ability to perform basic computer functions....

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Peoria Heights, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria Heights, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 6 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

  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 7 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 Representative, 2nd Shift

  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, IL (8 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Store 4701410: 2279 Washington Rd, Washington, Illinois 61571 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Customer Service Representative, Overnight

  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago

Store 4700123: 2427 W Northland Ave, Peoria, Illinois 61614 Availability - Shift/Days Overnight Shift Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Customer Service Representative

  • Peoria, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 16 days ago

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

Customer Service Representative - R24524-4599

  • Peoria, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 17 days ago

Assist outside salesrepresentative with appointment setting, customer tracking andquotations.Key Responsibilities:Provide excellent customer service and professionalism to all customersvia in person...

Customer Service Representative, Mid-Shift

  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 27 days ago

Store 4700125: 301 N Main, East Peoria, Illinois 61611 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Customer Service Representative, PT Overnights

  • Peoria, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Store 4701394: 5422 W Farmington Rd, Peoria, Illinois 61604 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service Representative...

Sales & Customer Service Associate

  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago

service and help everyone feel valued and understood Promote the value of Total Body Care by educating clients on new and expanded services, selling the Massage Envy Wellness Program, booking clients...

Demographic Data for Peoria, IL

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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in Peoria, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in Peoria, 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 Peoria, 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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