The Customer Account Specialist is the central point of contact for external Customers and the Rieke organization. They are the Voice of Rieke. The Specialist is self-motivated, self-directed and will excel at the responsibilities outlined below. The Customer Account Specialist takes the lead on customer purchase orders and initiatives for each assigned account and communicates customer-specific expectations with cross department resources (i.e engineering, production and quality). This will include order management, standard quoting, logistics/supply chain, and invoicing for each unique customer. The Customer Account Specialist ensures the infrastructure is in place with meeting preferably exceeding the customer expectations. This position requires the ability to resolve difficult and complex issues and to work with cross-functional departments. Serves as primary point of contact with existing key accounts, assigned territories, or market channels. Works with accounts from placement of order through delivery Communicates with customer via calls/emails to handle requests, orders, provide information, or process complaints. Enter demand into Intercompany facilities around the globe. Manages customer POs from input through delivery/invoicing. Coordinate bookings with logistics forwarders Works with scheduling teams to ensure all production orders are aligned with customer requirements Input accurate dates for backlog within 24-48 hours Provide freight quotation to customer Creates and send proforma invoices Attend weekly customer meetings or calls, if applicable Maintain weekly open orders reports, if applicable Maintain customer portals, if applicable Manage and replenish stock programs and weekly inventory sheets, if applicable Pricing, standard quoting, new item coordination and sample needs Works with customer directly on quoting projects within scope of standard products Coordinates with Engineering & Technical Sales Specialist on drawing requests and new part setup Ensure customer part numbers and item specifications are accurately entered into the ERP system Enters sample orders, pre-production orders, and tooling orders Support color matching and artwork requirements & approval Support processing of decorated products Works closely with outside sales team to understand trends and identify growth opportunities and upcoming projects. Enters and manages non-conformance for their customer in a timely manner.Provide and incorporate corrective action plans when necessary. Issues Return Material Authorizations (RMA) and monitors the RMA process Works directly with Quality, Engineering, and Finance to close RMAs Coordinates all internal communication to assigned accounts Be expert in our system requirements, policies, and procedures as outlined in our quality and business management guidelines Continuously strive to improve customer relations with prompt efficient service to maximize customer satisfaction while also providing recommendations for new business improvements and streamlined approaches. Support coworkers in best practices and teamwork toward achieving an exceptional customer experience Portrays a positive and professional image of the company and self with interacting with customers and colleagues.