Customer Service Associate at Sunny South Veterinary Services — NeverHard
Customer Service Associate at Sunny South Veterinary Services in Lethbridge, Lethbridge region. Skills: Accuracy, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Client relations, Communication Skills. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Sunny South Veterinary Services
Location
Lethbridge, Lethbridge region
Type
full_time
Required skills:
Accuracy
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Client relations
Communication Skills
Customer Service
Inventory Management
Judgment
Order Processing
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
Job DescriptionJob Description
About the Role
We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused Customer Service Associate to support front counter, retail, and client service operations within our busy large animal veterinary practice and animal health retail environment.
This role serves as a primary point of contact for clients while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of clinic, retail, inventory, and operational activities. The position is responsible for coordinating front counter service, phone support, client orders, inventory handling, and retail support activities while ensuring clients receive professional, accurate, and responsive service at all times.
Working in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities, the role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively balance customer-facing service with operational and administrative responsibilities throughout the day.
This is an active, customer-facing role and not a desk-only position. Responsibilities include front counter service, phone support, order coordination, stocking, inventory handling, and regular movement throughout the clinic, retail, and operational areas.
The successful candidate will work closely with veterinarians, RVTs, warehouse staff, field teams, and administrative personnel to help ensure clients receive accurate, timely, and professional service.
Key Responsibilities
Client Service & Front Counter Support
Provide friendly, professional service to customers in person, by phone, and by email
Greet and assist clients promptly and professionally
Respond to client inquiries regarding products, services, pricing, availability, and general processes
Help ensure clients receive clear, accurate, and timely information
Direct prescription, dosage, treatment, herd-health, or clinical questions to the appropriate veterinary team member
Order Processing & Coordination
Process front-counter sales transactions accurately and efficiently using retail and point-of-sale systems
Process telephone, email, webstore, and walk-in orders with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Prepare orders for customer pickup, courier, mail, or delivery
Ensure invoices, order forms, labels, and shipment documentation are accurate and complete
Coordinate client orders, follow-ups, and order status communication
Retail Merchandising & Inventory Support
Receive, unpack, label, stock, and organize retail and inventory products
Maintain clean, organized, and professional front counter, retail, and storage areas
Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or restocking needs
Properly handle medications, vaccines, refrigerated products, and temperature-sensitive inventory
Support retail product presentation and organization throughout the clinic and retail areas
Understand the importance of accurate handling and storage of veterinary products, medications, and inventory
Operational & Team Support
Prioritize and manage multiple requests during busy periods
Support smooth communication and workflow between departments
Assist veterinarians, RVTs, warehouse staff, delivery personnel, and administrative teams as required
Help reduce unnecessary interruptions to clinical staff through appropriate screening and routing of inquiries
Balance customer-facing service with operational tasks throughout the day
Support a collaborative, practical, and team-oriented work environment
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who demonstrates the values that guide our team and the way we serve our clients. The ideal candidate is dependable, practical, respectful, accountable, inquisitive, and easy to work with. You take pride in supporting producers and agricultural clients with professionalism, accuracy, and responsiveness, while contributing positively to a team-oriented environment.
You are someone who:
Demonstrates integrity and professionalism in client and team interactions
Is reliable, punctual, and follows through on commitments
Treats clients, teammates, and producers with respect and appreciation
Takes accountability for your work and communicates clearly when issues arise
Is curious, willing to learn, and comfortable asking questions
Enjoys working in a fast-paced agricultural service environment
Can balance customer service responsibilities with operational and inventory support tasks throughout the day
The ideal candidate will also have:
Strong work ethic and professional attitude
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Strong reading, spelling, verbal, and written communication skills
High attention to detail and accuracy with orders, invoices, payments, and documentation
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities while working with frequent interruptions
Strong reliability, punctuality, and organizational skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Comfort using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, POS systems, inventory systems, and operational software
Willingness to learn veterinary retail and inventory management systems
Comfortable following established procedures and escalating concerns appropriately
Experience & Qualifications
Secondary school diploma or equivalent required
Retail sales or customer service experience preferred
Agriculture, livestock, veterinary clinic, animal health, pharmacy, or agri-retail experience considered a strong asset
Familiarity with cattle, dairy, swine, poultry, sheep, equine, or other livestock production systems would be beneficial
Valid driver’s license preferred
Reliable transportation preferred
Ability to lift or maneuver up to 50 lbs
Comfortable working in a livestock and agricultural environment
Availability
Monday to Friday availability required
Primarily daytime business hours
Flexibility to cover additional hours during peak periods or operational requirements as needed
What We Offer
Competitive starting wage from $21.00 per hour
Health and benefit program
On-the-job training
Monday to Friday schedule
Supportive, respectful, and team-oriented workplace
Opportunity to work within a growing agricultural and veterinary services business
Benefit eligibility may be subject to employment status and completion of a probationary period
Company DescriptionSunny South Veterinary Services is an independently owned large animal veterinary practice serving livestock producers across Alberta and Saskatchewan. We are committed to building trusted, long-term relationships with producers by delivering practical veterinary support, responsive service, and animal health solutions that contribute to both livestock health and producer success.
Our team operates with integrity, respect, accountability, reliability, and curiosity, and we take pride in supporting progressive livestock operations across western Canada.Company DescriptionSunny South Veterinary Services is an independently owned large animal veterinary practice serving livestock producers across Alberta and Saskatchewan. We are committed to building trusted, long-term relationships with producers by delivering practical veterinary support, responsive service, and animal health solutions that contribute to both livestock health and producer success.\r\n\r\nOur team operates with integrity, respect, accountability, reliability, and curiosity, and we take pride in supporting progressive livestock operations across western Canada.