Technical Skills
· Ability to troubleshoot details while maintaining the “big picture" view
· General knowledge of hardware and software technologies.
· Ability to synthesize and communicate complex technical issues to non-technical audiences
· Ability to communicate well with internal and external technical audiences
Business Skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills and customer management skills
· Ability to manage high pressure customer situations and build trust with the customers.
· Ability to set strategy for support services in the context of our business strategy
· Good understanding of customers’ business strategies, needs, and opportunities
Experience / Education:
· Bachelors Degree in business, computer science or engineering; advanced degree preferred.
· Previous experience running a customer support organization for a fast-paced software company.
· 10+ years technology related industry experience.
· 5+ years experience leading/managing technical or customer support personnel, as well as managing client issues.
· Experience selecting and implementing infrastructure software for a support organization.
· Experience with Support Center Practices certification.
· Experience with Issue Management (Call Tracking) Systems and CRM systems, preferably SalesForce.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Ability to prioritize multiple simultaneous issues.
· Outstanding time management skills and attention to details.
· Strong customer (internal and external) communication and presentation skills.
· Self motivated, “Find a way to get it done" attitude.
· Ability to manage and motivate a staff of employees.
· Ability to understand the “Big Picture" and to identify and resolve complex issues.