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West Pharmaceutical Services Technical Account Specialist in Seoul, South Korea
Technical Account Specialist
Requisition ID: 65464
Date: Sep 4, 2024
Location:
Seoul, Seoul, KR
Department: TCS
Description:
At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will support multiple customer accounts and business teams as needed with moderate guidance and direction. You will provide technical assistance relating to West’s products, processes and services portfolio and assist in identifying and closing sales opportunities. This role also participates in projects, teams and studies in applicable technical areas and is the technical interface between the customer and West’s functions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Support West customers in technical matters to help assure West products will meet their requirements
Take a proactive role as the technical interface between the customer and West’s functions
Promote, present and actively participate in the growth of West business
Attend and participate in tradeshows, conferences, seminars and industry forums, with presentations to customers / industry as needed
Act as a liaison between customers and internal West functions for knowledge-based business, such as West Analytical Services offerings and Integrated Solutions
Build expertise in key market knowledge areas over and above the internal trainings
Provide specific technical training to West employees as assigned
Establish expertise knowledge in one or more West technologies or services
Provide inputs to define all customer and technical criteria needed for new product launches, new products and formula development or other development projects. This includes an understanding of requirements by market segment for all West products
Work with Technical Services Lab, AP, as needed on special customer projects
Work closely with QA and Operations on change control and assist customers with technical aspects of change and FAQ as needed
Work closely with all other members of Global Technical Customer Support team to assure open communication and a high level of effectiveness. Work with global colleagues to streamline recommendations and customer experience
Conform with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules
Exhibit regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance
Other duties or projects as assigned based on business needs
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or Master’s in a technical field (Engineering/Pharmacy/Chemistry/Biology or equivalent)
1-2 years of experience in pharmaceutical or medical device industry woudl be preferred.
3 years of experience in technical support, technical sales/applications, analytical laboratory, research & development or engineering related role woud be preferred. Fresh graduates with related education background are also welcome to apply for this position
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Customer-fronting experience will be highly advantageous
Skills & Competencies: Proactive, collaborative, presentation skills, problem solving, communication, analytical, prioritization, project management, detail oriented, technical, personal accountability
With a moderate level of guidance, works well in a fast-paced and complex environment with a self-motivated work ethic
Ability to comprehend technical information
Strong interpersonal skills; able to connect with others and manage relationships
Ability to utilize sound judgment and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
Ability to anticipate and identify internal and external client needs and make appropriate recommendations
Possess the fluidity to balance multiple priorities and play a hands-on client support role
Ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization
Excellent English language skills (written/oral)
Willingness to global travel
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times
Travel Requirements:
- Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time
West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com . Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.
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