Senior Team Leader - Technical ESP

Percepta; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Percepta is seeking a Senior Team Leader - Technical ESP in Melbourne, FL to guide the ESP Prior Approval team and oversee day-to-day operations. You will coach agents, ensure technical accuracy, and maintain customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage staffing, and drive process improvements to meet client objectives while representing Percepta professionally across client programs.

Qualifications

• Automotive technical degree required or equivalent experience.
• ASE or Manufacturer certification preferred.
• 3+ years of automotive technical experience, especially powertrain systems.
• Experience in training others and leading teams.
• 1+ years of direct customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time technical support to frontline team members.
• Lead ESP Inspections Team and coach agents for performance.
• Interface with onsite/offsite clients and manage workflow to meet service goals.
• Identify process improvements and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Automotive technical experience

Powertrain service and repair

Training others

Education

Automotive technical degree

ASE/Mfg Certification (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Mini Tab

Business Objects

Internet Explorer

Job description

At Percepta, we bring first-class service across each market we support. As a Senior Team Leader - Technical ESP in Melbourne, Florida, you’ll be a part of creating and delivering amazing customer experiences, while also enjoying the satisfaction of being part of a unique culture.

What You’ll Be Doing

The SR. Technical / Inspection Team Leader will be responsible for the technical support and continued technical development of ESP Prior Approval Team Leads. The STITL will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and performance management of the ESP Inspections Team. The STITL directs, supervises, evaluates and coaches the agents while motivating and building strong relationships with the agents, their peers and Percepta/Ford Management team. The STITL will be in direct interface with the onsite/offsite clients as well external customer contacts. The SR. Technical / Inspection Team Leader will be directly accountable for managing the workflow and activities of the team in a manner that promotes customer satisfaction and meets CRC and Client business objectives. In addition, the SR. Technical / Inspection Team Leader will be responsible for participating in strategic and tactical goal setting for all programs within their management responsibility. The STITL will continuously look for improvements in processes and job functionality within the CRC.

During a Typical Day, You’ll

• Provide real-time technical support to frontline Technical Service Representatives and Team Leads.
• Provide technical support to the Quality Assurance Team for technical accuracy and feedback.
• Handle customer contacts as needed through escalations and customer follow up as required.
• Monitoring customer needs through CSAT results to accurately guide multiple teams’ performance to best meet the expectations of our customers and clients.
• Determine TSR technical training needs, make recommendations and communicate needs to the Program Manager
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support to the training department, for material creation.
• Review material with the training department after development for revision and approval.
• Regularly meet with process mapping department to ensure workflows are correct and accurate to current production procedures.
• Ensure any new technical procedures are documented and consistently utilized by all front-line employees.
• Perform transaction monitors on all agents.
• Constantly coach and motivate agents to elevate their professional development to drive performance and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate the ability to make approval decisions on repairs and claims within the client guidelines.
• Work with the Work Force Planning Hot Seat team, to best utilize agents’ availability to maximize production and meet program service level goals.
• Manage staffing and absenteeism to ensure appropriate floor coverage within responsible teams.
• Manage and work with Team Leaders to ensure coverage and scheduling to optimize management presence during a daily workday.
• Identify opportunity areas both at the program and agent level and develop action plans/recommendations to improve workflow efficiency.
• Communicate information to Inspection and Prior Approval teams on a consistent basis to ensure that each employee understands how their day-to-day work impacts the customer and the Client’s profitability.
• Develop and Maintain STARS training plan
• Provide support to other teams as needed
• Actively pursue and communicate continuous improvement initiatives
• Effectively communicate ideas, goals, strategy and corporate vision to TSRs in order to obtain understanding and acceptance.
• Develop and deliver formal and informal presentations aimed at communicating ideas and information.

What You Bring To The Role

• Automotive Technical based degree from college / Tech school
• ASE and/or Manufacture Certification – Preferred
• 1+ years of direct customer service experience
• 3+ years of automotive technical experience, preferably at a Ford or Lincoln Dealership
• Specialization in powertrain (engine and transmission) service and repair
• Experience in training others

A Bit More About Your Role

• Leadership Skills:
• Team Building
• Good judgment in conflict resolution
• Ability to create a supportive and conducive adult learning environment
• Ability to drive employee satisfaction
• Must represent Percepta professionally with all clients and external organizations and contacts
• Knowledge of Percepta Human Resources Policies and Procedures: Employee Relations/Corrective Action; Coaching and Feedback, Behavior Based Interviewing; Harassment/Professionalism in the Workplace
• Strong time management, organization and planning skills. Able to prioritize, multitask, adapt and thrive in a fast paced, results-driven environment.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong Analytical skills. Ability to analyze agent customer handling and case management results to identify root cause of performance/process issues.
• Strong working knowledge of the Internet, computers and software (i.e. Mini Tab, Full Client Business Objects, MS Office products, Internet Explorer)
• Communicate and articulate in a professional and effective manner both orally and written
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making
• Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and ability to work independently and interdependently among a team.

About Percepta

Established in 2000 as a joint venture with TTEC, Percepta has specialized in creating customer loyalty to its clients across the globe. Delivered in multiple channels, speaking multiple languages, we bring first-class service across each market we support.

Our values are the heartbeat of our organization, and we live, breathe, and play by them daily. At Percepta, we:

• Lead with humility – We listen first, lead with empathy, and stay grounded—so people and ideas have room to grow.
• Service beyond self – We serve others—clients, customers, and teammates with care and integrity in every interaction.
• Leave it better – We take ownership and leave every process, person, and place better than we found it.
• Win together – We succeed as one—celebrating, supporting, and showing up for each other.
• Deliver remarkable – We go beyond expectations to create bold, meaningful moments that stand out.

Percepta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Percepta embraces and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that respects and empowers the culture and perspectives within our global teams. We strive to reflect the communities we serve by not only delivering amazing service and technology, but also humanity. We make it a point to make sure all our employees feel valued and comfortable being their authentic selves at work. As a global company, we know diversity is our strength. It enables us to view projects and ideas from different avenues and allows every individual to bring value to the table in their unique way.

Percepta requires all employees hired in the United States to successfully pass a background check and depending on location and client program a drug test, as a condition of employment. Percepta is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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