Job Posting Title
Technical Support SpecialistThe challenge
An exciting opportunity has arisen to contribute to Haier Europe. The Company is on a journey to achieve ambitious growth and leadership objectives in the region, and we are seeking someone passionate, proactive, self-driven, and motivated to join a team of open-minded individuals. We are looking for someone who embodies the Company’s core behaviors, based on our Own It model : Zero Distance, Agility, Entrepreneurship, Ecosystem and Build Trust. A true change agent who acts with integrity, collaborates across boundaries, adapts quickly, takes initiative and keeps users at the center — fostering an open, innovative, and high-performing environment.What you will do
We are seeking a Service Quality Specialist to join our Italy Service Operations team.
You will act as the primary technical reference for our Authorized Service Agents (ASA) and Internal Field Technicians.
The role involves managing product exchange authorizations, performing deep-dive analyses for the Service Quality HQ, and supporting the Internal Field Technicians, ensuring the highest level of service delivery to maximize the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI).
In particular, the resource will be involved in the following activities:
Technical Support to Service Network (Technical Hotline)
Provide expert technical assistance to the Authorized Service Agents (ASA) network across Italy. This includes managing real-time troubleshooting via the Technical Hotline and conducting in-depth analysis of complex cases through a shared mailing system, ensuring high-level technical guidance is provided to resolve difficult repairs.
Product Exchange Authorization
Evaluate Product Exchange requests submitted by the service network by strictly assessing technical criteria and company policies. You will authorize product substitutions only when necessary, ensuring every decision is aligned with internal procedures and technical standards.
Quality Reporting & Coordination with Service Quality HQ
Coordinate with the Service Quality HQ by conducting "deep dive" investigations on specific cases in the Italian market. You will feed the central team with detailed data and "Early Warnings" regarding emerging defects, performing on some specific returned product technical inspections.
Technical Support to Customer Care
Collaborate with the Customer Care department as a technical advisor, assisting the team in resolving critical or complex customer issues that require specific technical expertise and cross-functional handling.
What you need to succeed
Must have
Professional Experience: Proven experience such as technical support preferably in the household appliances sector or technician in the field
Education: Technical High School (Technical Degree - Bachelor or equivalent is considered a nice to have)
Technical skills:
Technical Background: Strong knowledge of the Home Appliances sector, specifically MDA (Major Domestic Appliances) and SDA (Small Domestic Appliances).
Cross-functional Collaboration: Ability to support the Customer Care department with technical insights.
Good knowledge of Excel and IT tools
Analytical ability to evaluate trends and KPIs
Soft skills:
Autonomy & Organization: Ability to independently organize the daily workload and prioritize tasks without constant supervision.
Agility: Capable of switching rapidly between different problems and communication channels (phone vs. email) while maintaining focus and accuracy.
Empathy: Strong capacity to put oneself in the shoes of the counterpart (technician, ASA, or internal colleague) to provide immediate, supportive solutions.
Active Listening: Excellent listening skills to quickly grasp the core of the technical issue and guide the counterpart effectively.
Languages: Native-level Italian is required, along with strong written English skills. Spoken English is considered a nice to have
Employment Type: Permanent Contract; Full-Time
National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL): Metalmeccanici Privati
Minimum Gross Annual Salary: € 30.000
Benefits:
- Meal tickets
- Smart Working
The Company may offer a different compensation package than the one indicated above, based on objective criteria identified during the selection process (such as experience, skills or changes in the scope and responsibilities of the role). Any such variation is in no way based on previous salary levels or on personal or discriminatory factors.
All decisions are made in compliance with the principle of equal pay, the applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) and EU Directive 2023/970, as well as the relevant national implementing legislation.
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Haier Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.