Job type
PermanentLocation
CorkWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Customer ServiceIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
€30,000 - €33,000
Customer Service Specialist | Full-time Permanent | Cork
Your new company
A leading provider of custom packaging solutions for high-value and sensitive products across industries like pharma, electronics, and automotive. This role will report to the Customer Support Manager.
Your new role
- Process sales orders and communicate customer requests to all relevant departments.
- Act as the main point of contact for all customer service-related queries.
- Liaise with internal departments to ensure materials and tooling are available to meet delivery schedules.
- Monitor and ensure customer lead times are met.
- Provide timely updates to customers regarding product deliveries or delays.
- Investigate and resolve customer issues in collaboration with the Customer Support Manager.
- Represent Unified in a professional and customer-focused manner to consistently exceed service and product expectations.
- Update the Production and Shipping Schedules as required based on order status and delivery timelines.
- Create manufacturing routings based on Material Data Worksheets.
- Monitor and maintain adequate customer product stock levels to support ongoing demand and reduce aged inventory levels.
- Participate in project work as assigned.
- Attend training classes or seminars as required to maintain or improve your skills.
- Run MRP on the system to review live material status.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
What you'll need to succeed
- 3rd Level or PLC qualification in Business, Supply Chain or related
- 1–2 years in a customer service role – fast-paced manufacturing environment preferable
- PC literate (MS Word, Excel, ERP/MRP software)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Active listening skills with a focus on understanding customer needs.
- Enthusiastic – interest in excellent customer service provision
- Proven accuracy and attention to detail skills
Knowledge
- Understanding of customer service principles and practices.
- Awareness of company products, services, and policies (or willingness to learn quickly).
- Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality regulations.
Personal Attributes
- Empathetic, patient, and approachable demeanour.
- Effective positive communicator
- Positive attitude with a customer-first mindset.
- Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure.
- Strong team player with the ability to work independently when required.
What you'll get in return
Competitive package
Pension plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Cover
Additional personal days entitlement annually
Subsidised Training
Employee Assistance Programme
Annual onsite Health Check
Full Health and Wellbeing Programme
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Karen Rodrigues in Hays at 086 0111276.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.