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Data Specialist I, Data Acquisition

Siemens

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At a glance

Compensation
$31–53K/yr
Location
Multiple U.S. locations
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Data Specialist supports Siemens’ Columbia branch by handling telephone-based customer interactions, evaluating invoice data, and updating operational systems. The role includes negotiating fee waivers or due-date extensions, meeting performance targets, and suggesting process improvements. The specialist follows documented procedures, seeks guidance on non-routine issues, and refers complex problems to senior department members.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professional Phone Presence, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredNegotiation, requiredWebsite Research, requiredInternal Systems Navigation, requiredTime Management, requiredMultitasking, requiredMicrosoft Office Suite, requiredTyping 45 Wpm, nice to haveMicrosoft Outlook, nice to have

Qualifications

UBK Training Completion, requiredPermanent U.S. Work Authorization, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Job Family: Buildings

Req ID: 528627

Position Location: This role supports our Columbia, SC branch location, which serves customers throughout the greater Columbia, SC area.

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. We are improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn’t just about improving buildings; it’s about creating perfect places that improve people’s lives.

Transform the everyday with us!

As a Data Specialist, you will:

  • Be the primary method of contact is via telephone; up to 8 hours of phone-work daily

  • Negotiate the waiver of fees and/or obtain due date extensions as needed

  • Determine invoices to be obtained by evaluating key data points

  • Update systems of operation with tasks performed and relevant data

  • Communicate to internal and external parties in a clear and detailed manner

  • Perform at or below Target Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) per Standard Operating Procedures

  • Participate in the re-evaluation of current processes and offer suggestions to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of each process

  • Select appropriate processes from clearly documented rules, past practices or new instructions

  • Seek advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from senior department members

  • Refer complex, unusual problems to senior department members

You will make an impact with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Successful completion of UBK training (provided by Siemens the 1st two days on assignment)

  • Professional phone presence

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to negotiate effectively in a professional manner

  • Ability to research and navigate websites and internal systems

  • Excellent time management skills; reliable and able to multi-task

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Type at a minimum of 45 WPM

  • Microsoft Outlook

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Ready to create your own journey?  Join us today!

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

You’ll Benefit From

Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

The pay range for this position is $31,108 - $53,328 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

Organization: Smart Infrastructure

Job Type: Full-time

Category: Customer Services

How this job compares

Set against the 32,885 open Customer Service jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$31–53K/yr
  • South Carolina median$43–52K/yr46 salary ranges
  • US median$50–60K/yr2,680 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $42K, is 16% below the South Carolina median midpoint ($50K) — in the middle half of Customer Service salary ranges in South Carolina.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 585 open Customer Service jobs in South Carolina and 32,885 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in South Carolina
Experience
Customer Service postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (8,605 postings).
Education
1,359 of the 32,885 open Customer Service jobs (4%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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