Cognizant is a large IT Consulting Firm that uses modern technologies to support a wide variety of industries. The Bilingual Spanish Customer Service Representative contributes to Cognizant’s Contact Center for Foodservice success by providing support to the Selling Team, field partners, and Direct Customers. This person will handle service and delivery inquiries and resolve concerns for one of Cognizant’s Food Service Clients. They establish and maintain Gold Standard business relationships and maintain predetermined brand distribution percentages for the customer base. This position receives and responds to inbound call inquiries and communications from customers, marketing associates, and other customer service representatives. The position also makes outbound calls and processes other tasks as and when required. This role is fully remote for candidates living in the United States.
Role Responsibilities
- Offer Sales & Sales Support interactions from Customers and Sales Associates (via phone, email, and teams chat) such as general inquiries, feedback, incidents, and order management.
- Use computerized systems for tracking, information gathering, and/or troubleshooting.
- Answer basic questions and resolve basic problems.
- Document issues, identify, and take appropriate actions to resolve inquires including those related to, but not limited to, order entry, order modification, customer billing and payments, pricing, reporting, and customer facing applications.
- Actively re-direct incoming callers to self-service options
- Perform proactive outbound follow-up communications as necessary
- Process orders and other related voice and non-voice tasks as needed to meet client needs
Role Requirements
- A High School Diploma or equivalent is required
- Must be Bilingual in Spanish/English
- At least 2 years of Customer Service experience
- Previous call center experience is preferred but not required
- Previous experience in foodservice or foodservice distribution is preferred but not required.
- A self-starter that demonstrates customer service skills.
- Ability to select and apply standard policies and procedures.
- Ability to resolve routine problems and questions independently.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and use time effectively.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with good vocabulary, proper grammar, and the ability to independently compose routine written communications.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
Requirements for Working From Home
- A private and secure space to do work uninterrupted by others in the home.
- Must connect to the internet with a CAT 7 Ethernet cord or higher. Using a WiFi connection is not allowed.
- All equipment needed for the job will be provided, but not the Ethernet cord
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for Colorado only.
The hourly rate for this position is $14.50 per hour.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The hourly rate, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.
While our system allows application in all languages, job required language(s) and proficiency level(s) vary. However, basic English proficiency is required for Company-wide communications purposes.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.