Total 132 Customer Service job vacancies in Surabaya, East Java

Overview:

We are looking for an energetic person with sharp social skills to give our customers a friendly, personal and positive experience every time! In this role you will be part of the Customer Service Team, handling phone enquiries with professionalism while delivering stellar customer service to all our customers. You will be required to have outstanding attention to detail, be well-organized and efficient. You will be expected to learn and understand LWB’s products and to use your skills to solve problems and make a positive impact in your day-to-day work in the Customer Service Department.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Handle day to day customer order enquiries, order-taking, processing, verification, amendments and cancellation through multiple channels (hotline, email, social media)
• Create and maintain customer database
• Understand customer needs and provide accurate information and suggestions to enhance customers’ experience
• Communicate across departments to ensure that orders are fulfilled
• Follow up on outstanding orders and perform call back to customers if necessary
• Provide timely service recovery to resolve problems or issues and escalate if necessary
• Collect data and feedback from customers and close the customer feedback loop
• Work as a team to achieve set targets for sales and ensure that the call centre service quality level is met

Minimum qualifications

• Diploma in any discipline
• Experience in customer service or contact centre will be an added advantage

Requirements

• Customer-oriented with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Pleasant disposition and personality
• Possess a sense of urgency
• Good phone etiquette
• Attention to detail
• Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Able to prioritise tasks effectively

Enable your future

At TDCX, we believe that every career move should propel you forward. Work alongside innovative teams, support the growth of the world’s most forward-thinking brands, and explore what’s possible when human expertise meets technology. Together, we’ll enable the future — starting with yours.

Top Reasons to work with TDCX

• Attractive remuneration, great perks, and performance incentives
• Comprehensive medical, insurance, or social security coverage
• World-class workspaces
• Engaging activities and recognition programs
• Strong learning and development plans for your career growth
• Positive work culture that enables your future
• Easy to locate area with direct access to public transport
• Flexible working arrangements
• Be coached and mentored by experts in your field
• Join a global company, winner of hundreds of industry awards

What is your mission?

You will play a strategic role in delivering excellent service to our partner brands by leading advanced analytics initiatives, guiding junior analysts, and translating complex data into clear business actions.

You will be responsible for:

• Lead end-to-end data analytics initiatives, from problem definition and data extraction to insight generation and business recommendations.
• Design, own, and continuously enhance enterprise-level dashboards, scorecards, and performance frameworks to track KPIs and SLAs across programs.
• Act as a strategic analytics partner to cross-functional stakeholders (Operations, WFM, QA, L&D, Sales Enablement, and Leadership), translating business objectives into scalable data solutions.
• Conduct complex deep-dive and root-cause analyses to identify performance gaps, risks, and growth opportunities, and present clear, actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Support and influence forecasting, capacity planning, and performance modelling to enable proactive and data-driven business decisions.
• Drive automation and optimisation of reporting processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability at scale.
• Ensure high standards of data governance, integrity, security, and compliance across all analytics deliverables.
• Provide thought leadership through data storytelling, guiding stakeholders to interpret insights and take decisive action.
• Mentor, coach, and review the work of Business Analysts, ensuring quality, consistency, and capability uplift within the team.
• Collaborate closely with management to shape analytics roadmaps and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational excellence and the Quality Management System of TDCX.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by management from time to time, within the scope of employment and in support of organisational objectives.

Who are we looking for?

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in an analytics-related discipline; Post Graduate Diploma or Professional Degree in any field is also acceptable.
• Preferably with 5 years of relevant working experience in analytics, business intelligence, or a related field.
• Strong hands-on experience in conceptualising, designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting data solutions that drive business outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex and diverse datasets and translate insights into compelling, executive-ready visualisations and narratives.
• Experience in managing, mentoring, or leading a team of analysts, with the ability to guide priorities, review outputs, and uplift analytical capabilities.
• Proactive and inquisitive mindset, with the confidence to challenge assumptions and influence decisions constructively.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills, including the ability to engage senior leadership.
• Highly detail-oriented, independent, and capable of managing multiple priorities under pressure.
• Strong proficiency in advanced Excel and Google Sheets for analytics is required.
• Proficiency in analytical tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Klipfolio, Qlik, R, or Python.
• Adaptable and comfortable working across different stakeholders, business models, and fast-changing project environments.

Who is TDCX?

Singapore-based TDCX is a global business process outsourcing (BPO) leader, offering advanced customer experience (CX) solutions, sales and digital marketing services, and content moderation. It caters to industries such as digital advertising, social media, e-commerce, fintech, gaming, healthtech, media, technology, and travel & hospitality.

TDCX’s smart, scalable approach—driven by innovation and operational precision—positions it as a key partner for companies targeting tangible outcomes. With more than 20,000 employees across 37 locations worldwide, TDCX delivers robust coverage across Asia, Europe, and the U.S.

Visit www.tdcx.com for more info.

A Day in the Life:

• Meet given sales target and revenue growth

• Develop potential sales leads and businesses

• Generate sales leads and businesses (with cues from Marketing or external)

• Visit sites to service clients to obtain feedback on project quality and solicit new clients

• Attend networking sessions to solicit for new businesses

• Establish good working relations with new and existing clients for potential businesses

• Manage client’s expectations on project, event or exhibition requirements

• Liaise with clients on project details, design concepts and requirements for exhibitions and events

• Brief designers on specifications and concepts of project

• Work with designers on concept requirements and designs based on client’s requirements

• Budgeting and cost management for submission and client's review

• Prepare tender documents

• Determine selling price based on approved GP

• Work with Operations to deliver projects based on client’s requirements

• Responsible for operations execution of projects based on clients’ requirements

• Assist Operations to resolve operational issues related to projects and supervise contractors / vendors during the event

• Conduct quality inspections to ensure that products are built according to clients’ specification

• Follow up with clients for feedback on event

• Manage and ensure all administrative requirements of the projects are completed on time

• Any other ad-hoc matters that is required for the team

What We are Looking For:

• Minimum Degree / Diploma, preferably in Events / Hospitality / Construction Management

• 2 to 3 years of experience in an Exhibitions and Events environment

• Possess knowledge in conceptual design drawing and floor plan

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite such as Microsoft Word / Excel / Project

• Good communications and interpersonal relation skill

• Meticulous and able to multi-task

• Knowledge on furniture, material and finishing will be an added advantage

• Confident in managing a team to run an operation

• Pragmatic and precise in assigning task

(Candidates with more experience will be considered for the Assistant Manager position)

About us:

Esco Lifesciences Group is improving lives through science! Headquartered in Singapore, expanded globally with factories and offices in 43 locations around the world, Esco is building a synergistic ecosystem of life science tools, diagnostics, therapies, and technologies to improve human lives.

With nearly 50 years of history and a strong foundation in Singapore, Esco is a dynamic, fast-growing, mid-sized multinational organization that bridges East and West. We offer a diverse, inclusive, and globally connected environment where you’ll collaborate with top experts and visionary clients worldwide. As we accelerate our global expansion, you’ll have the unique opportunity to grow your career in tandem with the company, driving innovation and shaping a healthier, more equitable, and resilient future.

Role Summary:

The Service Operations Assistant is the backbone of the service department, ensuring that field engineers have the parts and certified tools they need for daily operations. This is a versatile role that combines inventory management, technical equipment maintenance, and administrative procurement support, alongside ensuring the service facility remains a clean and professional workspace.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Store & Inventory Management

• Manage the service store inventory, including receiving, picking, packing, and labeling of spare parts.
• Prepare "job kits" for Field Service Engineers daily to ensure they have all necessary components before heading to customer sites.
• Conduct regular stock-takes and monitor inventory levels to initiate timely replenishment requests.
• Support the main warehouse team with the physical loading and unloading of cargo and general movement of stock.

2. Equipment Maintenance & Calibration

• Act as the custodian for all engineer testing and measurement equipment, maintaining a master register of all assets.
• Maintenance & Repair: Responsible for the general maintenance and basic technical repair of testing equipment (e.g., checking battery health, replacing fuses, and ensuring mechanical integrity).
• Calibration Program: Coordinate external calibration schedules with third-party labs and ensure all equipment is within its valid certification period.
• Maintain meticulous records of calibration certificates and "As-Found/As-Left" data for audit readiness.

3. Facility Upkeep & Housekeeping

• Area Cleaning: Take daily ownership of the cleanliness and organization of the service department, workshop area, and service store.
• Ensure the workspace is free of clutter and compliant with safety standards.
• Support general facility maintenance and address minor building-related needs.

4. Administrative & Procurement Support

• Convert supplier quotes into internal Purchase Requests (PR) and manage the progress of these requests through to delivery.
• Assist in updating service documentation, manuals, and digital records as required by the service manager.

Requirements

• Education: ITE Nitec or Diploma in an Engineering, Logistics
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in a warehouse, store, or technical service environment.
• Technical Skills: * Basic "hands-on" mechanical or electrical aptitude to perform minor repairs on tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel) for inventory tracking and record-keeping.
• Experience with basic procurement or ERP systems is an advantage.
• Physical Attributes: Must be physically fit and willing to perform active tasks, including area cleaning and moving heavy cargo/equipment.
• Soft Skills: Highly organized with a strong sense of responsibility toward deadlines and audit compliance.

Esco Lifesciences Group provides enabling technologies, products, and services to the life sciences and healthcare industries, supporting academic research and scientific discoveries, clinical practice, as well as biopharmaceutical R&D and manufacturing. Headquartered in Singapore, Esco has an extensive sales network in over 100 countries, direct sales and service offices in over 20 countries, 8 manufacturing, and R&D hubs in the US, Europe, the UK, China, Singapore, Indonesia, and over 1300 employees worldwide.

Esco is poised to benefit from the sustained growth of the healthcare and biopharma industries in Asia and globally. Esco has achieved market leadership in China, and globally, in multiple categories within some of the fastest-growing segments — with China being its largest and fastest-growing market. As a Singapore-headquartered company, Esco is a nexus of East and West, bridging technologies, products, and talent across the world, with global operations spanning the US, Europe, and Asia.

SERVICE ENGINEER

Main Duties:

The ideal candidate will be involved with equipment installation, after-sales services such as calibration, certification and preventive maintenance, and service documentation and reports. Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, independent, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

· Field service support for Esco products

· Handle all breakdown calls in the earliest response time

· Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction and effectively manage customer expectations

· Prepare field service reports and related documentation.

· Monitors repairs and maintenance activities to ensure operational efficiency and to target required hours for machine repair

· Responsible for decisions when to instigate the escalation process in order to resolve a customer concern/issue.

· Perform troubleshooting, commissioning, and certification of units promoted

· Provides effective teamwork, building a strong relationship with customer contacts

· Carry out hands-on training for field service organizations internationally when needed

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

· Diploma or Degree in Engineering or related field.

· Fresh graduates are welcome to apply!

· With at least one (1) year working experience in equipment repair and troubleshooting.

· Proven experience in calibration or metrology laboratories is highly preferred

· Candidates from air conditioning, HVAC, or refrigeration repair and maintenance backgrounds are also welcome to apply.

· Good command of spoken and written English

· Good analytical and problem-solving skills

· Willing to travel locally and abroad

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused AV Engineer to be stationed at a client location to support day-to-day AV operations. The role includes setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of AV systems to ensure smooth meetings and events.

Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite technical support for AV systems including video conferencing, projectors, audio systems, and control interfaces
• Support internal and external meetings and events
• Troubleshoot and resolve AV hardware, software, and configuration issues, coordinating with clients to ensure timely resolution
• Perform routine maintenance, system diagnostics, and firmware/software updates
• Maintain service logs, documentation, and technical reports
• Train end users and client staff on system operation as needed
• Adhere to company safety protocols and industry standards

Requirements

• Diploma in Electronics, Audio Engineering, IT, or equivalent
• 2–3 years of experience in AV support or engineering roles
• Strong knowledge of AV systems, control systems, and VC/audio conferencing platforms
• Experience in corporate or client-facing environments
• Basic IT and networking knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and service-oriented mindset
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Job Description

Be part of a team that keeps critical goods safe! We are looking for a Sales Executive / Sales Support Executive to drive new business and support our growth in the Cold Chain and logistics sector.

This is a single-hire role where we are looking for a strong B2B “hunter” with the potential to grow.

What You’ll Do

• Actively prospect and acquire new B2B customers through cold calling and outreach.

• Build and manage a strong pipeline of new business opportunities.

• Understand client needs and propose suitable Cold Chain logistics solutions.

• Support the preparation of quotations and proposals.

• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery.

• Follow up with clients to build and maintain long-term relationships.

 How You’ll Be Positioned

• Candidates with relevant Cold Chain/logistics experience will be hired as a Sales Executive, managing the full sales cycle.

• Candidates with strong B2B hunting experience but no industry background will start as a Sales Support Executive with a clear pathway to progress into a Sales Executive role.

 What We’re Looking For

1. Minimum Diploma in Business, Marketing, Logistics, or related field.

2. Minimum 2 years of B2B sales experience with strong hunting ability.

3. Good command of English.

4. Confident in cold calling and client-facing interactions.

5. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

6. Self-motivated, resilient and results-driven.

7. Experience in logistics or cold chain is a bonus but not essential

 Why Join Us?

• Grow your career in the expanding cold chain sector.

• Clear progression to Sales Executive role.

• Work in a supportive, performance-driven environment.

• Competitive salary, AWS and incentives.

 Apply now and build your career in a fast-growing and essential industry!

Responsibilities

1. Performbody or foot massages therapy
2. Maintain cleanliness and presentation of equipment and inventory of products
3. Acknowldge and respond to relevant customer queries, needs and expectations
4. Uphold hygiene standards and follow health and safety regulations
5. Assist in reception duties as and when required.

Requirements

1. Experience as massage therapist
2. Good communication and customer skills
3. Positive attitude

The Applications Support Analyst is a developing professional role. Applies specialty area knowledge in monitoring, assessing, analyzing and/or evaluating processes and data. Identifies policy gaps and formulates policies. Interprets data and makes recommendations. Researches and interprets factual information. Identifies inconsistencies in data or results, defines business issues and formulates recommendations on policies, procedures or practices. Integrates established disciplinary knowledge within own specialty area with basic understanding of related industry practices. Good understanding of how the team interacts with others in accomplishing the objectives of the area. Develops working knowledge of industry practices and standards. Limited but direct impact on the business through the quality of the tasks/services provided. Impact of the job holder is restricted to own team.

Responsibilities:

• The Application Support Analyst is responsible having a good understanding of apps support procedures and concepts and basic knowledge of other technical areas to maintain, identify and define enhancements to existing applications and their operating environments; thus making recommendations for improvements.
• Analyzes existing system logic and uses evaluative judgment to make recommendations and implement enhancements or fixes.
• Formulates and defines scope and objectives for changes through research and fact-finding combined with a basic understanding of business systems and industry standards; documents requirements.
• Partners with appropriate development and production support areas.
• Participates in validation and testing activities.
• Applies good understanding of how the team interacts with others in accomplishing the objectives of the area.
• Assesses the applicability of previous or similar experiences and evaluates options under circumstances not covered by procedures.
• Has limited but direct impact on the business through quality of activities provided; impacts team and closely related teams.
• Exchanges ideas and information in a concise and logical manner.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years experience or interest about apps support procedures, concepts and of other technical areas.
• Familiarity with tools such as Abinitio and ETL processes.
• Exposure to Control-M or similar job scheduling tools.
• Basic knowledge of UNIX/LINUX operating systems.
• Understanding of Big Data concepts including HIVE, and experience with Java Spark.
• Basic knowledge of NoSQL databases like Mongo DB.
• Foundational knowledge of Oracle SQL/PLSQL.
• Exposure to data visualization tools such as Tableau.
• Basic knowledge of AI and prompt engineering, willingness to adapt AI in day-to-day tasks.
• Participation in some process improvements.
• Be able to work under pressure
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge in banking applications and server infrastructure
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, great teammate

Education:

• Bachelor’s/University degree or equivalent experience

How You’ll Succeed

Be conscientious and consistent in identifying security vulnerabilities and working with the respective engineering teams and stakeholders to provide sound guidance and remediations. Be a team player, and a keen learner.

Working at Citi is far more than just a job. A career with us means joining a family of more than 230,000 dedicated people from around the globe. At Citi, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, give back to your community and make a real impact.

Take the next step in your career, apply for this role at Citi today

https://jobs.citi.com/dei

Company Overview

AAR is an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government customers in over 100 countries. We deliver aftermarket expertise and award-winning solutions that help customers improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high quality, service, and safety.

Job Summary

Support sales growth within the existing client base by collaborating with Regional Sales Managers, managing customer inquiries, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely order processing and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Supports sales growth within the existing client base.
• Working closely with Regional Sales Managers to achieve monthly and quarterly sales target.
• Provide timely updates to clients on the status of purchased parts and equipment.
• Handle customer requests and inquiries by coordinating with Sales, Product Lines, Quality Control, and Accounting Teams.
• Respond to queries related to sales orders, invoices, shipping details, and documentation.
• Identify and communicate potential business opportunities based on customer interactions and issue resolution.
• Monitor and track metrics for inquiries, orders, and backlog.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in customer service, sales, or marketing is an advantage.
• Strong customer service mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results oriented.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with quarterly performance bonuses upon confirmation
• Comprehensive medical benefits, including coverage for dependants (children)
• Opportunities for career progression within the organization
• Training and development opportunities to support your growth
• Annual leave entitlement

Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum GCE “A” Level or Diploma qualification.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience in sales or customer support preferred.
• Aviation industry knowledge or experience is preferred.

Only candidates who do not require a work pass will be considered. Regret to advise that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Sales Support Unit Head
• Provide and perform admin and / or co-ordination work duties
• Perform close and effective liaison and communication with our overseas network and customers on shipments
• Attend to customers’ enquiries pertaining to sales issues and requirements
• Provide general sales support roles
• Preparation of month-end reports, statistics, invoicing, etc

Requirements:

• GCE ‘O’ / ‘A’ Level, Diploma
• Good knowledge in both Computer and Statistics calculation
• Requires basic Freight Forwarding knowledge
• Fast worker with an initiative & a positive working attitude
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision
• Those who are able to start work within a short notice is an advantage

Competitive Salary will be offered to the right candidates.

• 5-days work week
• Annual and Medical Benefits
• Career advancement

Candidates who meet our requirements are invited to email their detailed CV (stating current & expected salary) with recent photograph to us at: sales-jobs@nnrsin.com.sg

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview appointment.

Job Responsibilities
Operational & Communication Management

1. Handle inbound/outbound calls and respond to customers, vendors, stakeholders, management promptly across platforms (WhatsApp, Teams, Email).
2. Ensure accurate and timely updates in booking systems and maintain documentation for audits.
3. Communicate job details and instructions clearly to driver-partners, customers and stakeholders
4. Provide constructive feedback to improve operational workflows and participate in projects, including UAT.

Customer Service Excellence

1. Monitor and coordinate trip assignments effectively according to operational KPI
2. Manage bookings, amendments, cancellations, and special requests according to operational KPI
3. Resolve service issues (delays, breakdowns, no-shows) and execute recovery measures (e.g., replacement vehicle).
4. Assist with lost item retrieval and maintain high service standards under pressure.
5. Possess good communication skills and astute ability to understand customers’ requirements.
6. Responds effectively to stakeholders in a stressful and fast paced work environment.

Others

1. Any other tasks and assignments assigned by superior.
2. Able to work under minimal supervision with a keen attitude for learning and using technology such as AI tools to improve productivity.
3. To adhere to manpower roster planned (3 rotating shifts) in accordance with operational requirements.

Job Requirements

1. GCE ‘N’/‘O’/ ‘A’ level
2. Ability to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin or Malay to liaise with Mandarin or Malay speaking customers and vendors.
3. At least with min 2 years of customer service experience

Outstanding career growth and progression

Amazing incentives and Allowances

Friendly Work Environment

Attractive Work Package

As our company continues to expand, we are looking for professional, enthusiastic and outstanding individuals to join our team.

. Candidate should preferably possess at least Professional Certficate/NiTEC in beauty and wellness with 5 years of related experience.

. Candidate without relevant experience will be considered fro the position of trainee beautician with training provided

Job Responsiblities

. Handle enquries from customers

. Provides professional advice to customer on suitable products and treatments

. Provide a diverse range of beauty treatments for customers including facial, waxing, hair treatment, treading, bleach, Pedicure & Manicure, Henna Design, Keratin Treamement, Hair Rebonding & Highlights & etc

. Update of customer particulars, purchases and treatments records

If you are looking for a rewarding career, you are invited to send your updated resume or call us.

Job Description & Requirements

Working location: Tampines or Alexander

Working hour: 9am to 6pm

Training provided

Have AWS & bonus

No experience required as training provided

Job Description

• *To support day to day operation for level 1 support cases
• *To attend onsite with in 2 hours for 3 product line
• *To ensure all support case (vendor or passport MA) is within the SLA
• *To perform preventive maintenance on the equipment (See product matrix)
• *To support level 2 engineers for diagnostic test, basic configuration, troubleshooting, rack & stack, burn-in test and firmware upgrade. (See product matrix)
• *To maintain the maintenance store
• *To attend to run rate professional services

Requirements

• *Minimum Nitec/Diploma
• *No experience welcome-training provided

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Customer Service Officer (Logistics)
Salary: SGD 2,300-3,300 (Basic) + AWS
Location: Changi
Working Hours: 8:30AM to 5:30PM

We are looking for a Customer Service Officer to support our logistics and transportation operations. The successful candidate will handle customer enquiries, coordinate job requirements, and ensure smooth execution of delivery operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Attend to customer enquiries and ensure accurate capture of job requirements for all orders.    
2. Maintain good working relationship with customers.     
3.  Advise customers on delivery schedules and inventory-related matters.      
4. Communicate customer requirements to the Traffic Controller to ensure smooth job execution.     
5. Create trucking jobs and monitor their progress to ensure deadlines are met.       
6. Source potential hauliers to facilitate the efficient reuse of import containers.       
7. Provide timely updates to customers regarding shipment status and any delays.        
8. Provide after-hours support for customer enquiries when required.        
9. Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Requirements:

• Good communication and coordination skills
  Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• No experience required, training will be provided.
• Candidates with prior experience in logistics, transportation, or customer service will have an added advantage.