• Senior Representative, Customer Contact Center

    Whirlpool Corporation (Benton Harbor, MI)


    **Requisition ID:** 69056

     

    About Whirlpool Corporation

     

    Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including _Whirlpool_ , _KitchenAid_ , _JennAir, Maytag_ , _Amana,_ _Brastemp_ , _Consul_ , and _InSinkErator_ . In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com .

     

    This role in summary

     

    Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Representative.

     

    + This role is remote except for candidates who reside in MI - Berrien, Cass, or Van Buren

    + Candidates in those counties are required to work onsite at the Whirlpool Contact Center

     

    Whirlpool is the world’s leading kitchen and laundry appliance company and markets Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, and other major brand names.

     

    This position is within the Supply Chain organization in the Trade Experience Department.

    Your responsibilities will include

    + Processing customer requests and resolving inquiries or issues within a timely manner while focusing on the customer experience and following team guidelines

    + Understanding and following detailed Standard Operating Procedures

    + Inbound contacts via multiple channels - phone, email, chat, work items

    + Ability to manage multiple tasks and computer systems

    + Providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external partners

    + Embracing rapid change and acquiring new skills while meeting/exceeding metrics

    + Managing and interpreting communications from email notifications, chats, or other Whirlpool communication systems, and proactively asking questions if needed

    + Learning through computer-based training modules or recordings of tasks

    + Negotiating through escalated customer interactions by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills and issue ownership

    + Intermediate/Advanced computer skills

    + Work full-time/40-hour schedule

    + Work between 7:30 am-6:00 pm EST Monday through Friday

    + If working remotely:

    + Cable or DSL internet service must be available in your area with a 12+ Mbps download and roughly 2 Mbps upload speed. Neither Satellite service nor WI-FI is acceptable. A wired Ethernet cable connection is required.

    + Ability to provide in-home work space free from noise, distractions, etc.

    Minimum requirements

    + High School Diploma/GED

    + 2+ years of customer contact center experience (virtual or in-person)

    Preferred skills and experiences

    + Bachelor's Degree

    + Previous roles within Trade Experience

    + Experience working in a virtual/remote environment

    + Verbal and written communication skills

    + Demonstrated achievements with personal KPIs

    + Experience in SAP ECC

    + Exemplify ownership of customer issues by troubleshooting issues and quickly finding appropriate resolutions while maintaining a professional demeanor

    + Experience working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple computer programs and work channels across multiple screens

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    What we offer

     

    Generous benefits package , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

     

    Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

     

    See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

     

    Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.