Customer Service Jobs in New Jersey

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 Accounts Advisor

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

service experience preferred High School diploma or equivalent preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills High energy with the ability to effectively perform all functions of the store...

Customer Service Representative - PT

  • Newark, NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 60+ days ago

service....

Customer Service Representative

  • Maple Shade, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Maple Shade, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

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

Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 10 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

  • Brick, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brick, NJ
  • 10 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....

Retail Customer Service Associate

  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Customer Service, Retail experience including operating front end equipment (for example, cash register), Working with mobile retail applications Primary Location... 300 PARK PL, SECAUCUS, NJ 07094-...

Customer Service Representative

  • Camden, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities The SP+ Customer Service Representative eEnsures highest quality customer service and assists the maintenance team with keeping all common areas by the entrances and exits clean....

Customer Service Associate

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description Job Title: Customer Service Associate Location: Field Department: Store Operations Job Summary: The Customer Service Associate works in support of the store management team to facilitate...

Inside Sales/Customer Service Representative - Carlstadt

  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Carlstadt, NJ
  • 21 hours ago

What kind of Counter Sales and Customer Service Rep do we need?...

Customer Service Representative

  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Continuously improve product knowledge and customer service skills. Qualifications: Proven experience in customer service or a related field. Excellent verbal and written communication skills....

You're dedicated to selling and delivering a customer service experience that is unlike any other....

LP Customer Service Associate II Watchung NJ

  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Customer Service Associate - Nights/Weekends

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 1 day ago

As the name suggests, your main priority is to provide great customer service....

Customer Service Associate - Temporary

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 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 Representative Job Hackettstown, NJ

  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • 2 days ago

FYZICAL Hackettstowns CCS is your role, IF: You are a self-motivated problem solver, passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, value professional development, and are a reliable team...

Demographic Data for New Jersey

Moving to New Jersey? Find some basic demographic data about New Jersey below.


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Salary for Customer Service Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Customer Services in New Jersey offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.9%
Bachelor's Degree
24.7%
Associate's Degree
15.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
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 New Jersey
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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