Retail Service Development Lead
SUMMARY
1. Do you have service experience with electro-mechanical systems (e.g. automotive, ebikes)?
2. Are you familiar with the technical support needs of retailers – specifically their warranty systems/claim tools?
3. Do you have proven experience in rolling-out service education programs and tracking completion?
4. Have you reduced field failure rates and customer downtime through proactive service campaigns?
5. Have you been responsible for hitting revenue targets from the sale of service or warranty plans?
6. Are you a natural communicator/influencer that can bring multi-cultural teams together to drive change?
If you were able to answer “Yes” to these questions, we want to talk to you!
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
7. Routinely benchmark brand service experience through personal store visits, surveys & retail panel reviews.
8. Develop and roll out a tiered service-level system for retailers - clearly defining store requirements, capabilities, and standards at each level.
9. Drive adoption for a globally aligned retail service education program - focusing on diagnostic training, service standards and toolchain adherence - working with our internal 'Specialized University' team of content creators.
10. Create and manage an audit system to track retailer service performance - including mystery shops, checklists, and performance metrics. Deliver KPIs and regularly report-out to the team.
11. Identify, develop and execute service-based revenue opportunities such as extended warranties, branded maintenance packages or insurance products.
12. Regularly partner with the Service Operations team to create gap analyses against current state - identifying opportunities for improvements in systems, tools & technical training
13. Champion the service management & diagnostic needs of retailers/riders by submitting system or process requirements to our digital teams.
14. Partner with field service experts to update & align preventative maintenance plans ahead of new bike launches.
15. Partner with sales, marketing, and product teams to align service initiatives with broader business goals and customer experience standards.
WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN
16. 5+ years experience in the motor / bicycle industry, with a strong focus on service or business development
17. Proven experience building or scaling service programs in a retail environment
18. Strong understanding of bicycle mechanics, shop operations, and customer service best practices
19. Project management experience/certification, including experience across countries/remote etc.
20. Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, a self-starter with strategic mindset and strong executional abilities
21. Analytical mindset with the ability to assess performance and implement data-driven improvements
22. Willingness to travel domestically up to 30% (Valid driving license required)
23. Passion for bikes; driven to make an impact for riders
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
24. University degree or diploma in relevant field (Engineering, mechanics, electronics, service business)
25. Experience with service leveling or certification programs (e.g., Shimano S-Tec, SRAM Technical University, )
26. Project management certification (PMP, PMI etc)
27. Background in adult education or training development
28. Familiarity with Confluence, Jira, Salesforce
29. Familiarity with CRM or service management tools
30. Multi lingual is a plus (English, German, French)