Technical Support Representative

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Technical Support Representative provides customer service support to both internal and external customers. This role assists with order-related issues, special order requests, shipping claims, warranty claims, collections, private brand support, and other customer service functions as assigned. The position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and the ability to work effectively across departments, vendors, and business partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Experience & Support

• Communicate with internal and external customers by phone and email regarding order issues, service requests, and customer concerns.
• Research, resolve, and follow up on customer order issues by coordinating with third-party vendors and internal business partners.
• Provide timely, accurate, and professional support while maintaining a customer-focused approach.
• Meet service level agreements, contact-per-hour expectations, and other performance goals established by management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Adhere to service level agreements and contacts per hour goals set by management

This position will support one of the following specialty areas:

Private Brands Support

• Handle inbound calls and emails from customers and stores contacting Private Brand companies.
• Provide technical support, answer warranty-related questions, process replacement parts requests, and assist with product repairs.
• Support warranty-related needs for select vendors and Asurion. 

Resolutions Support

• Contact customers regarding unpaid gear shipments, short payments, or advance returns that were not returned.
• Provide support to warehouses for return-related issues and escalated shipping requests.
• Partner with CYCCOM and store teams to resolve complex order issues.
• Assist with customer loyalty point issues within CCC. 

Shipping Support

• Manage claims with shipping carriers for lost or damaged packages caused by carrier error.
• Process re-route requests, return-to-shipper requests, and related shipping actions.
• Support issues involving international shipping through Borderfree.
• Resolve issues related to drop-ship orders shipped directly from vendors to customers. 

Special Orders Support

• Coordinate with vendors and inventory teams to determine pricing, availability, and SKUs for special order items.
• Provide accurate updates and support related to special order requests. 

Digital Tools & AI Optimization

• Begin leveraging AI-based tools and resources to improve efficiency and support customer service processes.
• Accurately document customer interactions and maintain data integrity within business systems.
• Navigate technology systems, equipment, and computer programs required to support customer communication, service, and business needs.
• Maintain proficient typing speed and accuracy.

Team Contribution

• Collaborate with team members to share knowledge, resolve issues, and improve overall team performance.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Work effectively with internal departments, external vendors, stores, and customers to accomplish shared goals.

Professional Experience & Requirements

• 1–3 years of customer service, collections, or related experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and courteously with diverse audiences.
• Ability to learn quickly and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with computers, digital tools, and business systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Mindset & Approach

• Open to feedback and coaching.
• Reliable, accountable, and committed to attendance expectations.
• Positive, team-oriented, and customer-focused.

Why join us?

With a career at Guitar Center, you become part of the world's largest multichannel musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or Support Center, Guitar Center employees have a common goal: to help people find their sound and fill the world with more music.

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