Apprentice Customer Service Advisor - Steven Eagell Toyota - Ashford

The role of a customer service advisor is vital to the smooth running of the after-sales department. As a key member of the team, you will co-ordinate the movements of customer vehicles through the centre, liaise with customers and the service team, and co-ordinate utilisation of the workshop.

Requirements

• GCSE in: English & Maths (grade C/4 or above)
• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• You may be expected to work Saturdays on a rota basis.
• Off the job training is on a residential basis.

Responsibilities

• Using systems, equipment and technology to meet the needs of your customers
• Using a range of questioning skills, including listening and responding in a way that builds rapport
• Understanding the difference between internal and external customers
• Knowing the internal policies and procedures, including any complaints processes and digital media policies
• Understanding the different needs and priorities of your customers and the best way to manage their expectations
• Understanding your role and responsibilities
• Knowing the targets and goals you need to deliver against
• Communicate with customers to meet their requirements and encourage customer loyalty and repeat business.
• Serve customers in line with brand standards, legislation, business procedures and the values of the business.
• Provide a retail service that balances the customers’ needs with additional linked products and services.
• Use face to face or online sales techniques such as product and price comparisons to support or influence the customer in their purchasing decisions.
• Promote seasonal or local offers through in-store or online promotions.
• Identify situations that may damage business reputation in line with company policy and escalate as required.
• Maintain good merchandising to meet the needs of the business whilst ensuring safety.
• Maintain stock levels and storage conditions such as correct temperature, lighting, ventilation, packaging to meet customer demand and minimise stock loss.
• Use technology and applications to support sales and service ensuring that maintenance issues are reported.
• Support team and colleague development through buddying and/or coaching.
• Comply with regulations and legislation relevant to their role and business.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities which focus on improving sustainability within the business.
• Handle complaints within remit or escalate as appropriate.
• Support sales across a range of promotional events throughout the calendar year.