Technical Product specialist

Technical Product Specialist

• Based in Leatherhead
• £28,000 - £35,000 salary
• Training provided
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free onsite parking

This is an excellent opportunity to join this progressive Company based in stunning offices in Leatherhead.

We are looking for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in a Science or Engineering discipline, with primary applications in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry (or equivalent experience/qualification).

Job specification: Technical Product Specialist

• Conduct installation and provide basic user training for all new instruments
• Maintenance, servicing, upgrades, and repairs for all exsisiting instruments at customer laboratories worlwide
• Manage the processing of repairs returned to the factory.
• Address customer support inquiries through the Helpdesk.
• Handle support cases efficiently to meet KPIs and customer expectations.
• Promote and sell after-sales products and services.
• Oversee after-sales opportunities and quotations through the CRM system.
• Develop technical procedures for troubleshooting and support.
• Assist in the creation and upkeep of after-sales and support documentation and media.
• Support the maintenance of the CRM database.
• Manage after-sales catalogues and pricing lists.
• Write support content for the company website.
• Ensure all support-related activities are accurately documented in company systems.
• Participate in extensive international travel to meet Customer Support Team goals.
• Coordinate with the Production department for stock requests required to fulfil duties.
• Train new staff members when necessary.

Person specification:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a Science or Engineering discipline, with primary applications in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry (or equivalent experience/qualification).
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Willingness to travel.
• Strong mechanical and fine motor skills.
• Prior experience with scientific instrumentation.
• Experience with CRM and MRP database systems is desirable.
• Strong commitment to customer service and satisfaction.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and dependable.
• Holds a full, clean driving license and passport.
• Proactive with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Exceptional time management and prioritisation abilities.
• A problem solver with attention to detail.

Additional information:

• Pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Company shares scheme
• Annual pay review

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