Customer Service Trainer

September 25, 2026

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Job Description

Our Opportunity

As a Trainer, you will serve as a leader of the onboarding experience and directly manage new hires joining Chewy as Customer Service Representatives (CSRs). The Trainer is the first person a new CSR spends time with at Chewy and will be their key contact for the first 3-4 weeks of training. Trainers set the tone for the culture and deliver the skills and knowledge required to perform in their roles as new

CSRs. This will include Customer Service skills, tool navigation and policy/procedure training to ensure a consistent and impactful onboarding experience for each new Chewtopian that joins Customer Service.

The Trainer will also provide on-going training support for experienced team members as required. As part of the role, the trainer will participate in special projects and provide feedback related to business initiatives that directly impact the learning experience.

What You’ll Do:

Responsible for facilitating learning experiences, coaching learner performance, supporting nesting activities, and preparing team members for success throughout training.
Deliver virtual classroom training while applying adult learning principles to new and existing Customer Service Team Members.
Review and score customer calls using quality control guidelines to ensure learners are meeting established criteria; calibrate with other team members to ensure consistency in grading using speech to text analytical tools and evaluation of issue resolution, customer empathy and sentiment, and adherence to Chewy training and product specific knowledge.
Utilize data to guide decision making strategies to improve learner performance in preparation for moving from training to production.
Deliver individualized coaching and feedback, on behavior and performance, to learners to identify areas of opportunity and provide guidance for improvement and closing performance gaps.
Lead classroom management efforts and provide guidance to de-escalate issues as needed.
Make recommendations following the corrective action process for learners up to and including termination for attendance, behavioral, or performance related issues in partnership with Training Manager and HR.
Manage daily activities to support the learning experience such as assigning Performance and Learning Specialists to learners, overseeing completion of development sessions, ensuring e-learning completion, etc.
Communicate learners' successes and opportunities in real time in a direct, positive manner, and provide corrective action when necessary.
Maintain training records and other administrative tasks as required.
Lead or assist in special projects designed to improve team members’ performance; including providing feedback on learning content design, analyzing QA data to identify opportunities for improvement in the learning environment, providing feedback and supporting Product with navigational tool enhancements for Oracle, CSR Buddy, etc.
Maintain business partner relations through effectively communicating with WFM, Operations, IT, HR, and internal L&D.
Display behaviors that are consistent with the Operating Principles and Chewy culture.

What You’ll Need:

At least 120 days as a Coach, Team Lead, or two (2) years of experience in new hire and existing employee training programs
Must meet Performance and Quality metrics goals (averaged) for the last 30 days.
No corrective actions within the last 90 days
Flexibility to shift schedule as needed.
Must be able to meet virtual requirements outlined in the Handbook.
Strong experience in onsite and/or virtual training facilitation and class management skills.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
Solid interpersonal skills to effectively operate in the business environment.
Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into action and drive successful outcomes.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Windows and web-based applications such as Slack, Zoom, and Outlook for data entry, communication, engagement, and for rapid navigation through systems and the internet to search for information to help support our customers. This will include performing repetitive tasks such as typing and using multiple monitor screens.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Ability to be flexible to business needs and adjust/compromise plans as needed.
Travel may be required.
Licensing will be required for Pharmacy programs.

Bonus:

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Previous training experience in customer service and/or other high-volume service-oriented industry
Experience in training technology platforms
Advanced Virtual facilitation skills a plus

Why Chewy Customer Service? It's not just about us. It is also about what you get. That's why in Chewy Customer Service, you are empowered to become your best.

YOU BELONG: Chewy is a place where you can be your authentic self. Our pet parents and partners are from everywhere--different places and different walks of life. It is what makes them unique. Likewise, Chewtopians are empowered to bring their perspectives to deliver on our mission!
YOU CAN GROW: Our culture is for those who thrive on delivering results and becoming your best – no matter your role or location.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE: You are encouraged to be curious, ask questions, bring ideas forward, and act like an owner in everything that you do.
YOU WILL GET SUPPORT: When you join Chewy Customer Service, you will have ongoing training and development, resources, and opportunities to become your best.
YOU WILL GET REWARDED: Chewy has you covered when it comes to competitive wages,

medical & dental insurance, 401k, plus more! Of course, the biggest perk is the ability to work together with other smart, driven, and passionate Chewtopians who are making an impact each day Chewy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, and you need an accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements, or if you need a religious accommodation, please contact CAAR@chewy.com.

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