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Specialist, Customer ServiceJob Description:
The Role
Entegris is seeking a Customer Service Specialist in Chaska, MN to support and strengthen relationships with our customers. This role serves as a key point of contact for complex customer needs, working with internal teams to resolve issues, clarify policies, and ensure a smooth order fulfillment experience. The Customer Service Specialist applies sound judgment and initiative in day‑to‑day decision-making, balancing customer expectations with operational priorities and business goals. The position also contributes to continuous improvement efforts that enhance the overall customer experience.
What You'll Do
Customer Issue Management & Resolution
• Independently analyze customer orders and non‑routine requests, interpret customer intent and internal business requirements, evaluate operational and compliance implications, and translate approved business requirements into SAP and Entegris processes to support accurate fulfillment and business objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customers, independently managing non‑routine issues, evaluating competing priorities, and determining appropriate courses of action to meet customer and business requirements.
• Identify and monitor shipping and billing holds, account discrepancies, or service risks and take corrective action within assigned authority
• Resolve accounts receivable issues by interpreting policy and coordinating with Finance
• Assess competing customer requirements and determine which customer commitments should take precedence based on business impact, operational constraints, and strategic considerations
Order & Account Oversight
• Develop and review customer quotations and deliver accurate pricing and terms
• Review and evaluate customer purchase orders for alignment with compliance requirements, exercise judgment to resolve discrepancies or determine appropriate corrective actions and authorize SAP entry in accordance with company policies.
• Analyze consignment inventory usage trends and demand forecasts, evaluate customer and operational requirements, and develop replenishment and min/max recommendations to balance customer service, inventory risk, and business objectives.
Policy Interpretation & Business Judgment
• Interpret and apply company policies to unique customer situations
• Recommend policy or process changes to better meet customer and business requirements
• Approve exceptions or escalations within defined guidelines
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Production, Logistics, Quality, Finance, and Compliance teams to address critical customer requirements
• Balance customer needs with operational, regulatory, and financial considerations
• Be the voice of the customer in internal alignment discussions
Quality, Returns & Risk Management
• Manage quality notifications and return material processes
• Assess customer impact and determine appropriate corrective actions
• Apply regulatory knowledge, training, and company guidance to assess customer transactions for export, compliance, and regulatory risk, and exercise judgment to ensure appropriate handling or escalation of compliance‑sensitive scenarios.
Continuous Improvement
• Analyze recurring customer and operational issues to identify root causes
• Recommend and support improvements to workflows, processes, and service models to increase efficiency and reduce cycle time
Other Duties
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives
What We Seek
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, or equivalent professional experience
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in customer service, operations, or related business support roles
Skills:
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• SAP experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience in manufacturing or ISO-regulated environments preferred
Success Measures
• Effective resolution of complex customer issues
• Sound decision-making aligned with business and operational goals
• Improved customer experience and service efficiency
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and process improvement contributions
WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS?
Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.
Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.
WHAT WE OFFER
Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.
At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.
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