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Service Support Team Leader

1 week ago Budapest, Hungary

What you'll do:

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As a Service Support Team Leader, you will play a critical role in driving effective communication with business partners, coordinating team activities, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality service support across the organization. You will lead and develop a team of Service Support professionals, oversee operational performance, and act as a key liaison between local service leadership and supported Country Service Units across EMEA.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to combine people leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic international environment. Success in this position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, a strong customer-focused mindset, and the ability to build effective partnerships across multiple functions. You will contribute to maintaining and enhancing service performance, customer satisfaction, and business growth while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop the Service Support team through regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, career planning, coaching, training, and identifying development opportunities.
  • Generate, monitor, and analyze KPIs related to Service Support operations.
  • Utilize performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and optimize resource allocation.
  • Oversee team performance and ensure alignment with business objectives and service standards.
  • Drive process improvements to support the sustainable growth of the service business.
  • Actively participate in transition and change management activities.
  • Serve as the first escalation point for team members and support the resolution of operational challenges.
  • Organize and facilitate regular meetings with EMEA Service Managers to align on forecasts, priorities, and performance.
  • Identify, investigate, and escalate issues or data inaccuracies within areas of responsibility.
  • Implement Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and eliminate inefficiencies.
  • Support the implementation of new tools and technologies while promoting a digital mindset within the team.
  • Drive standardization of processes and activities across supported Country Service Units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) from an accredited institution or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Field Service Coordination, Service Sales, Customer Support, or Service Operations is mandatory.
• Experience in a multinational environment is required.

Skills:

Technical & Functional Skills

  • Strong English communication skills; additional European language(s) are an advantage.
  • Demonstrated experience in service sales and/or field service support environments.
  • Familiarity with electrical products and related services.
  • Proficiency in Salesforce (CRM and/or Field Serivice module) and ERP systems.
  • Knowledge of service business dynamics, including market, industry, and channel environments.

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Professional Skills

  • Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and prioritization abilities.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a customer-centric approach.
  • Proven ability to take ownership and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Outstanding organizational and computer skills with the ability to manage high volumes of diverse requests.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to navigate complex corporate and channel structures.

Leadership Competencies

  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  • Previous people management experience is considered an advantage.
  • Results-oriented with a collaborative working style.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships through active listening, timely issue resolution, and professional communication.

    What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Challenging projects in a dynamic and collaborative international environment.
  • Flexible working solutions (including home office options) available across different EMEA locations.
  • Excellent career development opportunities supported through Eaton University and internal mobility programs.
  • A culture where your aspirations, growth, and contributions matter.
  • The opportunity to contribute to innovative, sustainable solutions that improve people's lives and the environment through power management technologies.

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Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: Eaton-69643Budapest
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-07-29T18:53:09

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)