Specialist 1, Supply Sales - Inbound

GROW WITH US:

Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take a “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry.

STAY AWESOME:

Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ technology. We’re also so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Since many of our own team members live with type 1 diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

Responsible for providing customer sales support for end users.  Processes customer orders via phone, fax, email, and other media.  Performs an insurance verification check prior to processing the order to ensure proper reimbursement and timely shipment of orders.   

YOU’RE AWESOME AT:

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for timely customer reorders in an assigned Sales territory; assists other territory owners as needed
• Processes all aspects of the order process for customers by:
  • Verifying insurance benefits
  • Collecting and updating patient and insurance information
  • Documenting customer requests accurately and efficiently
  • Anticipating problems and initiating actions to ensure customers’ orders are processed and shipped efficiently
  • Proactively communicating backorders/delivery dates to the customer and processing customer orders to completion
• Interacts with field sales team to resolve customer issues.
• Works with Reimbursement Dept. to ensure data provided meets billing requirements.
• Assists with distributor orders and maintains distributor relations as needed
• Manages and resolves patient issues in a professional manner; escalates to as needed
• Conducts follow up calls with customers regarding order status and research issues off line as needed
• Maintains active communication by responding to inquiries from customers, distributors, HCPs, and sales force regarding orders and shipment schedules
• Documents all interactions and calls into the Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) system in accordance with QA/RA and HIPAA guidelines
• Ensures all patient documents are on file as mandated by Tandem and regulatory requirements
• Accurately follows payer guidelines and protocols to ensure proper reimbursement for customer orders
• Confirms completion of required training plan before assuming job responsibilities
• Ensures work is performed in compliance with company policies including Privacy/HIPAA and other regulatory, legal, and safety requirements
• Additional duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

•  Excellent customer service skills with the ability to process orders efficiently and effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve customer issues and answer questions according to department protocols and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately, follow instructions and handle multiple priorities
• Proficient with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet
• Knowledge of ERP & customer relationship management (CRM) systems desirable
• Knowledge of medical device industry and DME insurance practices desirable
• Knowledge of diabetes preferred
• Knowledge of insurance verification preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish desirable
• Assists with training new hires

Minimum certifications/educational level:

• High school diploma
• Post-secondary education preferred

Minimum experience:

• 1 year experience in a customer service environment of which six (6) months must be placing/receiving inbound/outbound calls
• Inbound call experience (up to 40 calls a day per rep) in an order entry role
• Experience documenting calls by typing on a keyboard while speaking to a customer on the phone

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

In addition to innovative technology, we have a culture that fosters the idea that the happiest people are the most productive people. Not only do we hire forward-thinking achievers to join our workforce; we reward, develop, and retain them too. Just one of the many reasons of how we #StayAwesome! To learn more about our culture and benefits please visit https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers.

BE YOU, WITH US!

Tandem is firmly committed to being an equal opportunity employer and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment. We value and embrace that every single one of us brings value to the table. But sometimes we forget that when we don’t meet 100% of a job description’s criteria – maybe you’re feeling that way right now? We encourage you to apply anyway. Because we want you to be you, with us.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The starting base pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 per hour  Base pay will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and may also fluctuate depending on candidate’s location and the overall job market. In addition to base pay, Tandem offers a competitive compensation package that includes bonus, equity, and a robust benefits package.

Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision, health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts.  You’ll also receive 10 paid holidays per year, a minimum of 20 days of paid time off (starting in year 1) and have access to a 401k plan with company match.  Learn more about Tandem’s benefits here!

YOU SHOULD KNOW:

Potential new employees must successfully complete a drug screen (excludes marijuana) and background check which includes criminal search, education certification and employment verification prior to hire. 

REFERRALS:

We love a good referral! If you know someone that would be a great fit for this position, please share!

If you are applying for this job and live in California, please read Tandem’s CCPA Notice: https://www.tandemdiabetes.com/careers/california-consumer-privacy-act-notice-for-job-applicants.

SPONSORSHIP: (Please remove if this position is eligible for sponsorship)

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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