Technical Support Specialist – Bulawayo

Jun 14, 2023 | Closed, Support Roles & Other Positions, Technical Positions

Our Client in the Manufacturing and Construction Sector is looking for a Technical Support Specialist urgently. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the sales teams through professional communication with existing and potential clients.
  • Manage and interpret customer requirements – speaking with clients to understand, anticipate and meet their needs.
  • Understand and comply with established guidelines that ensure a safe and healthy work environment.
  • Construction/concrete technology background preferred.
  • Technical report writing & presentation skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
  • Expand market awareness of products and industry experience by communicating features and benefits of products and services effectively.
  • Maintaining records of customer communications and contact information as required.
  • Maintaining customer relationships by troubleshooting, reporting, and tracking problems
  • Maintaining and improving quality results by following standards; recommending improved policies and procedures.
  • Making technical presentations
  • Attending and participating in trade shows, conferences, and other marketing events
  • Maintain knowledge of competitor products and identify and report intelligence on competitor pricing or marketing strategies.
  • Evaluate and resolve product and application issues.
  • Technical training and knowledge transfer to internal and external clients
  • To build positive customer experiences to support the brand.
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise to end users through product demonstration, customization, implementation, etc.
  • Submitting activity and monthly reports
  • Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing technical reports.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing required tasks.
  • Develop sustainable business relationships with key decision-makers in the construction industry
  • Continuously update job knowledge by studying new product descriptions and participating in educational opportunities 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • A B.Sc. or B.Tech or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Building Management
  • SCT 30 Course
  • Diploma in Business Management an added advantage 

EXPERIENCE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • At least three years in the construction industry in a concrete-related field
  • Must be computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with good reporting and data analytical skills
  • Affiliation to the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Thorough knowledge of concrete technology
  • Construction market knowledge 

Location: Bulawayo based

Please send your CV in Word format and provide your current salary and benefits details! 

Email CVs to: mirriam@valcol.co.zw