Customer Experience Associate; Waterloo

Faire is a technology wholesale platform built on the belief that the future is local. Independent retailers around the globe collectively represent a multi-hundred-billion-dollar wholesale market that has historically been fragmented and offline. At Faire, we're using the power of tech, data, and machine learning to connect this thriving community of entrepreneurs across the globe. Picture your favorite boutique in town — we help them discover the best products from around the world to sell in their stores.

With the right tools and insights, we believe that we can level the playing field so businesses can grow and local communities can thrive.

We’re looking for smart, resourceful and passionate people to join us as we power the shop local movement. If you believe in community, come join ours.

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About this role:

As a Customer Experience Associate at Faire, you will play a crucial role in empowering entrepreneurs to realize their dreams. In this dynamic position, you will engage directly with our brand and retailer partners, managing a range of experiences to significantly contribute to their business success. While this role requires individuals to have phone support experience, after completing training, you will have the opportunity to be staffed across various support modalities including phone, chat, or email, as per business requirements.

This position is pivotal in delivering outstanding customer service across these channels. In this role, you will be employed on a temporary basis for approximately 90 days, subject to the evolving needs of Faire’s team. Successful candidates may be eligible for longer contract terms in the future.

Role Specifications

• This is a hybrid role with three days/week in office and two days remote. All candidates must be able to accommodate the following:
• Home Office: Must be in a quiet, enclosed room with a door - preventing any background noise from disrupting the customer experience when on phones.
• Wifi Speed: Confirmed Wifi Speed of 10
  
  Mpbs
• Ethernet connection preferred to increase network reliability
• Technical Proficiency: Must possess the technical skills and familiarity with customer support tools necessary to work efficiently in a remote environment, including adherence to Faire’s data privacy and security protocols.
• Self-Management and Flexibility: Strong self-management skills are essential for maintaining productivity in a remote setting. The role also requires flexibility to occasionally adjust hours for collaboration across different time zones.

What you’ll do

• Provide high-quality, real-time support to customers via phone/email/chat, addressing their questions and concerns promptly and effectively.
• Use CRM tools (e.g., Zendesk, Kustomer, Salesforce) to manage customer interactions, ensuring all communications are logged and tracked accurately.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet and exceed key performance metrics such as response times, customer satisfaction, and issue resolution.
• Participate in regular training and development sessions to continuously improve your skills and stay updated on Faire's products and policies.
• Contribute to a team environment that encourages continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and peer support.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, preferably in a phone-based support role.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle complex interactions professionally…