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Contact Center Customer Service Representative

Simon & Schuster

OperationsFull Time$23 / hour
Location
Riverside, NJ
Posted
September 21, 2026

Job Description

Simon & Schuster is currently seeking a Contact Center Customer Service Representative to join our Team. This position will support our internal, external customers and clients with accurate, timely and efficient customer service and order processing.

Responsibilities

  • Answer and respond to customer calls and emails throughout the day providing customer support for the company
  • Manage customer information needs (availability, shipping status, etc.)
  • Respond to customer with pertinent product and/or company marketing information
  • Use available resources to track and trace orders and provide proof of delivery documentation
  • Promptly & accurately enter orders received via telephone as well as replacement orders
  • Provide proactive education of our customers on our policies, procedures, and products to enhance the customer experience
  • Communicate with other departments internally and with outside sources to get answers and give quality service to our customers and clients
  • Make outbound calls to contact customer to clarify orders prior to processing by Order Entry
  • Update completed orders following company procedures and policies by use of Order Management
  • Suggest appropriate tools for customer self-help, such as Customer Portal, setup for automated invoice and credit emails, etc.
  • Provide support to customers using our online system, responding to product/order questions and redirecting technical questions as appropriate
  • Handle customer complaints/queries, provide appropriate solutions within acceptable timeframe; follow-up to ensure resolution
  • Assist with special projects as needed

Requirements

  • College 2 or 4 year degree preferred or commensurate business experience
  • 1 – 2 years Call Center and Customer Service experience, particularly in a corporate environment
  • Excellent PC skills
  • Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.); SAP experience a plus
  • Must be able to construct and maintain simple spreadsheets in MS Excel
  • Professional telephone and email etiquette
  • Excellent communication skills: verbal and written
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Well organized, with good time management and follow-up skills
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize accordingly

Schedule

d Work Hours

  • Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 6:00pm

Location

  • Riverside, NJ

Compensation and Benefits

  • Hiring Min Rate: 23 USD per hour
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) plan
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Disability benefits
  • Tuition assistance program
  • PTO
  • Access to the Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success