customer relations Assistant (project-based), ikea pasay cityIkea

Company Description
The IKEA vision is "to create a better everyday life for the many people". We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them.
We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand - and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region, such as the Philippines.
We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.
Visit to find out more about us at IKEA Philippines.
Job Description
Your Assignment
You ensure that customers have a memorable shopping experience in the store for a win win situation and for repeat business;
You handle and resolve customer difficulties, particularly in IKEA products assembly, and also exchange components parts when they are needed, to offer solutions to frequently asked questions;
You develop strong knowledge of all items to effectively handle enquires of customers positively and quickly, and resolve any issues they raise within level of authorization;
You will be responsible to escalate higher issues with relevant information to a manager for him to be able to deal effectively with the customers;
You will ensure the IKEA store is a safe and secure environment at all times for visitors and colleagues;
You understand the IKEA Concept, global solutions, tools and working methods and ensure that you use the appropriate manuals from Inter IKEA Systems to help optimise our customers' shopping experience.
Qualifications
Your Profile
You have experience working in a customer-service role and a fast-paced retail environment;
You have strong interpersonal and communication skills that enable you to build rapport with customers;
You are a strong team player who value togetherness, is committed to your role and possess a strong customer serviced focus mind-set;
You are able to remain calm and controlled and able to provide solutions when faced with customers in stressful situations;
You are able to handle stress and work in an extremely face-paced environment;
You must be computer literate.
Additional Information
This role requires flexibility in work hours depending on store operational requirements. Working on public holidays and weekends.
Ikea

Pasay City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time