- Act as the first point of contact for customers and service providers.
- Deliver administrative support across customer service operations, including quotations, invoicing, RMA administration and the coordination of service-related activities.
- Create customer quotations for spare parts and repair services using the ERP system.
- Monitor order deadlines and ensure customer orders are processed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Manage direct customer communication relating to after-sales support.
- Coordinate customs documentation and processing for domestic and international deliveries.
- Support supplier management activities relating to spare parts and material procurement.
- Manage component obsolescence activities and maintain associated records.
- Administer swap pool activities for Operations & Maintenance projects.
- Maintain the RMA database and coordinate the Return Material Authorisation (RMA) process.
- Maintain and update NCP data accurately.
- Administer warranty claims from initial receipt through to resolution.
- Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain and review product parts lists, coordinating updates with Engineering, Project Management and Scheduling teams.
- Maintain product price lists and replacement part lists.
- Raise purchase requests, customer orders and invoices as required.
- Provide general administrative support for the Hildesheim office.
- Support Finance with accounts payable, receivables, travel expense administration and other financial administration activities.
- Support the preparation and review of maintenance contract calculations.
- Organise customer meetings, management meetings and site visits at the Hildesheim office.
- Work collaboratively with internal departments to ensure efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Vocational qualification as an Industrial Clerk, Retail Clerk or equivalent qualification.
- Several years' experience in an administrative, customer service or logistics environment.
- Experience using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Experience working with ERP systems.
- Experience using Microsoft Access is desirable.
- Experience administering RMA processes and maintaining customer databases.
- Fluent German language skills (minimum C1 level).
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Previous experience working directly with customers.
- Experience planning and coordinating administrative activities.
- Experience working within a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Core Competencies
Demonstrates strong administrative and customer service capabilities, with expertise in managing RMA processes, coordinating service-related activities, and utilizing ERP systems. Proficient in maintaining accurate records and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- RMA Administration
- ERP System Experience
- Fluent German (C1 Level)
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Customer Service Experience
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- RMA Process Management
- Quotation Creation
- Order Processing
- Database Maintenance
- Financial Administration
Soft Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
- Vocational Qualification as an Industrial Clerk
- Retail Clerk or Equivalent Qualification
Industry Keywords
- Customer Service Operations
- Logistics Environment
- Administrative Support
- Supplier Management
- Continuous Improvement
Tools & Technologies
- Microsoft Office
- ERP Systems
- Microsoft Access