Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MCI is hiring an Outbound Sales Representative to support client projects by contacting prospective customers, upselling products and services, and providing customer service. The role also handles customer issues, account tasks, orders, and related documentation to help deliver a positive customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Handle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional manner
- Utilize knowledge base and training to accurately answer customer questions and sell appropriate products and services
- Listen to customers, understand their needs, and resolve customer issues
- Research systems to find missing information; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues as applicable
- Utilize systems and technology to complete account management tasks
- Accurately document and process customer orders in appropriate systems
- Follow all required scripts, policies, and procedures
- Comply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal information
- Escalate customer issues to the appropriate staff and managers for resolution as needed
- Attend meetings and training and review all new training material to stay up to date on program knowledge, systems, and process changes
- Adhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements
Skills
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills
- The ability to type swiftly and accurately (20+ words a minute)
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
- Basic understanding of Windows operating system
- Highly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
- The ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issues
- An aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, and negotiation
- Must be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)
- Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manage
- Strong team orientation and customer focus
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity prevalent
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customers
- Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based
- One (1) year of experience in customer service, technical support, inside sales, back-office, chat, or administrative support in a contact center environment
- State or Federal work experience
Benefits
- Paid PTO and paid holidays.
- Daily, weekly, and monthly contests with cash bonuses and prizes ranging from electronics to dream vacations and sometimes even cars.
- Full-time employees are eligible for comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage after 60 days of employment; all employees have access to MEC medical plans after 30 days. Benefit options vary by location.
- Retirement savings programs, where available.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Life insurance options.
- Accident and critical illness insurance.
- Significant advancement opportunities, with a focus on internal promotions.
- Paid training.
- Team-oriented culture that fosters collaboration and engagement.
- Casual dress code.
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