Role & responsibilities

1. Communication Skills:

- Fluent English Proficiency: As the role supports U.S. consumers, fluency in English is essential. This includes clear verbal communication, proper pronunciation, and professional tone.

- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both over the phone and in writing. This is crucial for maintaining a positive customer experience and resolving issues.

- Active Listening: Good listening skills are important to understand the customer's concerns and guide them appropriately through non-technical solutions.

- Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding of U.S. communication styles, expectations, and cultural differences to ensure smooth and effective interactions.

- Customer Service Skills:

- Strong Customer Focus: Ability to empathize with customers, address their concerns, and deliver excellent customer experience, even if the issue cannot be fully resolved in the first interaction.

- Patience and Professionalism: Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations, especially when dealing with frustrated or upset consumers.

- Clear Problem Solving: Ability to provide basic support (e.g., assisting with product inquiries, warranty coverage, registration of products, locate documents) or direct the customer to the appropriate online resources.

- De-escalation Skills: Ability to manage challenging situations and de-escalate conflicts, ensuring that the consumer feels heard, and their concerns are addressed.

- Problem-Solving Abilities: A strong ability to analyze issues and provide clear and accurate solutions.



Even though its a first-tier role, the ability to handle basic concerns and escalate when necessary is crucial.

- Call Handling Skills: Efficient in managing call flow, multitasking (e.g., using CRM tools while talking to customers), and maintaining professionalism in every interaction.

- Conflict Resolution: Ability to de-escalate situations with upset or frustrated consumers and provide satisfactory resolutions.

- Product and Company Knowledge:

- Basic HVAC Product Knowledge: Basic technical aptitude of mechanical products. Training will be provided, but having some familiarity with terms like air conditioning, thermostats, and filters can be beneficial.

- Company Policies and Procedures: Understanding the companys policies, procedures, and product offerings so you can answer common questions (warranty coverage and exclusions) and provide accurate information to customers.

- Technical Skills (Non-Technical):

- Salesforce Experience: Familiarity with Salesforce to log and track customer interactions*.*

- Basic Computer Skills: Strong experience in using software like Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) for handling administrative tasks and documenting customer issues or feedback.

- Multitasking:



Ability to handle multiple tasks, such as managing customer inquiries while inputting data into Salesforce or updating case statuses.

- Time Management and Organization:

- Efficient Call Handling: Ability to manage call time effectively without compromising the quality of service. While some calls may require longer conversations, it's significant to keep the interactions effective and focused.

- Task Prioritization: Ability to prioritize multiple customer inquiries and resolve them in a timely manner, especially in a high-volume environment.

- Soft Skills:

- Empathy: Ability to understand the customer's feelings and needs, helping to build rapport and make the customer feel valued.

- Positive Attitude: Always maintain a positive and solution-oriented approach, even if you don’t have immediate answers or resolutions.

- Attention to Detail: Ensuring all customer information is captured accurately, following up on pending cases, and documenting interactions properly in Salesforce.

Preferred candidate profile

- Previous Customer Service Experience: 5 plus years of experience in any customer-facing role, particularly in a contact center environment, is highly valued.

- Experience in a B2C (Business to Consumer) Setting: Familiarity with handling consumer inquiries, even if they’re not technical in nature, would be an asset.

- Shift Assignment:

- Ability to Work U.S. Hours: Supporting U.S. consumers, the role requires working in shifts that align with U.S. time zones

📌 Analyst - Consumer Support (Chennai)
🏢 Lennox India Technology Centre (LITC)
📍 Chennai