Area Service Manager

Job Description

At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!

About the role:

In this role, you will deliver the business results (Sales growth, Service development, Cost control) in the aftermarket channels (Independent service providers and Spare Parts Dealer).

This is a newly created role, and we are looking for someone with the potential to grow and develop within the position, with a view to potential future internal career progression.

Location

We are looking for candidates based in the Milan area. Travel is required to visit clients.

What you’ll do:

• To execute the Commercial Plan (Spare Parts, Consumables & Accessories, Extended Warranty, Product Replacement), enhancing a truly business partnership with selected independent service providers (ISP) and Spare Parts Dealers, and setting the necessary action plan to close the gap vs target
• To ensure the proper business support to be delivered by related functions (spare parts delivery, B2B, training program, etc.)
• To define and implement the correct service network set-up (how many ISPs, how many technicians) to achieve the targeted Service KPIs (Csat, RCT, FVC) and secure the correct maintenance of the ISPs information database
• To audit frequently independent service providers (ISP) organization ensuring the right capabilities to reach the targets (human resources, training, IT tool, Electrolux brand identification) and agree the related improvement plan;
• In cooperation with Quality & Technical Support, ensure the right compliance to the technical repair procedure, by monitoring the main KPIs (cost per call, product exchanges), ensuring the attendance of training sessions and correct claim report compilation.

Who you are:

• Relevant experience in a similar role, preferably in the same industry
• Degree in Business Administration or Economics will be considered as a plus
• Willingness to take on responsibility and ability to drive topics independently
• Ability in negotiation, business mindset and in managing cross functional initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Very good communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Fluency in Italian is a must have. Fluent English will be considered as a plus

As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

At Electrolux Group, we believe in fairness and inclusion. Salary is defined in a transparent way, considering experience, skills, and performance.

The annual gross base salary starts from €37,500.00, depending on qualifications and experience. The role is covered by the Italian Metalworkers’ National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL Metalmeccanici).