Client Services Specialist I

Company Description SGS is the world's leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,700 laboratories and business facilities across 119 countries, supported by a team of 99,250 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance. Our brand promise, when you need to be sure, underscores our commitment to reliability, integrity and trust — enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource. SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW). Job Description The Client Service Specialist is a key member of the Client Service team, serving as the client advocate and laboratory liaison. By building a strong working relationship with our clients and our technical staff, the Client Services Specialists guide the successful completion of clients' projects from first contact, through the lab (analytical details & status), to final deliverables and invoicing.

Job Functions:

• Answers questions and assists clients with method and equipment selection to fit project needs based on technical knowledge of method limitations, field conditions, analytical compatibility, etc.
• Assists clients in understanding reported results, how they compare to Occupational Exposure Limits, and how anomalies may impact reported data.
• Works with clients to resolve disputes to the satisfaction of both parties, including reduction in fees, free shipping, etc.
• Troubleshoots sampling issues, including equipment malfunction and sampling setup errors.
• Enters orders for supplies to ship to clients for sample collection.
• Acts as the client liaison to the laboratory to ensure all aspects of the project are carried out in the best interest of the client and the laboratory.
• Provides quotes and reviews invoice pricing for sample submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience (Strongly Preferred)

Customer service experience Understanding of environmental data and/ or EPA methodology. Promotes a positive working atmosphere and represent SGS in a positive manner inside and outside of the laboratory. Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures. This position pays $24 - $27 per hour (depending on experience) and is an overtime eligible job. This is a remote opportunity as well.

In addition, your compensation package includes the following benefits:

• Participation in the Company’s benefit programs coincident or following the first of the month in which you are hired.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the Company’s 401K Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

• Four (4) floating holidays annually
• Seven (7) company observed holidays paid

Sick time accrual

• Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a call back. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information, but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.