Overview
The Technical Support Manager for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible to lead our technical support team for Clinical Chemistry diagnostics product lines. This role is critical in ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction through effective management of the technical support function. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the medical device industry, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in technical support. This position is part of the European Customer Care located in Europe and will be fully remote. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time. You will be a part of the Technical Support and Escalation Team and report to the Senior Manager Technical Support and Escalation responsible for Leadership and Team Management:
Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of technical support specialists, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
* Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
* Develop career paths and growth opportunities for team members.
* Support team members in thinking solutions out of the box to elevate the customer experience.
* Monitor product line performances.
* Manage and resolve escalated customer issues, coordinating with other departments when necessary.
* Develop and implement support strategies, policies, and procedures to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the technical support team.
* Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the team meets service level agreements (SLAs) and customer satisfaction goals.
* Coordinate and collaborate with other departments such as R&D, Quality Assurance, and Product Management to resolve complex technical issues and improve product quality.
* Support new product and reagents introductions, cascading the right information to local team of application and engineers.
* Oversee the timely and accurate resolution of customer inquiries and technical issues through various support channels (phone, email, chat, etc.).
* Handle escalated customer issues and provide hands‑on support when necessary.
* Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by maintaining a customer‑centric approach and delivering exceptional service.
* Support sales during customer visits to explain service and application performances and action plans when critical issues have been raised.
* Maintain a thorough understanding of the diagnostics product line, including features, functionality, common issues, and troubleshooting techniques.
* Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in technical support and diagnostics.
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of technical support documentation, FAQs, and troubleshooting guides.
* Monitor and analyze support metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and training needs.
* Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of support services.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards in the diagnostics industry.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, Information Technology) or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in technical support, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
* Strong background in the diagnostics industry, with knowledge of diagnostic instruments, assays, and related technologies.
* Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
* Fluent in English.
* Willingness to travel 50% of the time.
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