Customer Service Representative

Thomas Talent Network

Houston, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Business-to-Business (B2B), Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Distribution Operations, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Inside Sales, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Order Processing, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reconciliation, Resolve Customer Issues, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Supply Chain, Track Customer Issues, Up-Selling, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Warehousing, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, Texas
POSTED
7 days ago

We are seeking 2 Customer Service Representatives for a temp-to-hire, fully onsite contract role at an industrial distribution operation in Houston, TX.

**Role Overview**

The CSR is the primary point of contact for assigned customers — handling orders, quotes, tracking, returns, and account management. This role collaborates with internal sales, operations, and warehouse teams and may occasionally enter the plant area to coordinate with associates. ERP training is provided. Remote work is NOT an option.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Build and maintain sustainable customer relationships; handle account inquiries

- Generate product quotes and purchase orders; verify and process order changes

- Resolve customer order issues; communicate with vendors on product quality and timeliness

- Research vendors for non-stock item quotes

- Coordinate with internal teams (sales, ops, warehouse) to service client requests

- Assist with inventory level maintenance and freight cost control

- Research and resolve accounts receivable disputes and payment discrepancies

- Produce customer activity reports and assist with KPI achievement

- Introduce new products and identify upselling opportunities

- Maintain accurate customer records and follow all Standard Operating Procedures

- Adhere to LEAN and digital operating practices

**Requirements**

- 4+ years of customer service, purchasing, or warehouse-related experience (OR Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, etc. with 2+ years experience)

- Strong computer proficiency — Word, Excel, and email used daily; must learn new systems quickly

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Mathematical aptitude for basic calculations

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

- Self-starter; able to work independently

- Onsite in Houston, TX — remote is NOT an option

- Business casual dress code

- Flexibility for occasional evening/weekend work with little advance notice

**Nice to Have**

- Distribution industry experience

- ERP system experience (training provided)

- B2B customer service background

**Schedule**

Onsite | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST | 40 hours/week

Temp-to-Hire | 6-month contract. 

About the Company

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