Claims Specialist

Description

About the company 

Ardmore Home Design (AHD), founded in 2008, is a privately owned, fast-paced, founder-led entrepreneurial company where we value people with strong skills to make our products and processes better every day. We design, sell, and distribute luxury home décor globally to interior designers and boutique/luxury retailers. The AHD family of wholesale brands includes Made Goods (flagship furniture made from unique materials), Pigeon & Poodle (home and bath accessories), Blue Pheasant (handcrafted tabletop products) and Burton James (luxury upholstered furniture)

 

The Claims Specialist plays a key role with providing client claim support, resolves claims within standard operating procedures, provides quality customer service to our Clients, Account Managers, Sales Representatives and works closely with Quality Control to recognize & alert on trending issues and concerns. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a strong ability to problem-solve.

· Review, analyze, and process incoming claims related to damaged, defective, or missing products. Maintain accurate records and ensure timely updates in the claims management system

· Verify supporting documentation, including appropriate photos and details and included in order to determine the validity and root cause of the issue

· Determine an appropriate resolution, such as replacement, repair, credit, or denial, in accordance with company guidelines. Provide clear explanations for claims outcomes and next steps.

· Complete follow up communication with Clients, Account Managers, and Sales Representatives. Ensure that all communication is customer-centric, clear, and detail-oriented.

· Stay up-to-date on product knowledge, warranty information, and industry standards to effectively address resolution inquiries and concerns.

· Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex claims. Communicate product trends with appropriate partners to investigate further, ultimately leading to resolution of the root cause of the claim.

· Contribute to the ongoing improvement of claims processes and documentation standards.

· Play a pivotal role in our company’s transformation and continued growth

· Maintain work/life balance working for wholesale distribution business

· Align with a cash positive company that operates in the luxury market

· Training and career development opportunities

· 3 weeks paid time off and 7 paid holidays per year

· Up to 6% 401k employer contributions

· Amazing benefits and wellness programs

Requirements

· 2+ years of previous Claims or Customer Service experience preferably within the furniture industry

· Excellent problem solving skills with ability to analyze a situation and present resolution options.

· Customer-first mindset with sound business judgment

· Ownership mentality and accountability for results

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with focus on professionalism

· Ability to quickly learn and retain knowledge of products and services.

· Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively while maintaining a positive and professional attitude

· Resilient under pressure and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.