Product Support Specialist

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Are you ready for what's next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests™," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview

As part of the talented Customer Experience Team, you will act as the primary contact for technical assistance with our dealers and boat builders for the Mercury Marine MerCruiser product line, while providing the highest level of technical support, as well as providing customers with the highest level of customer service.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

Essential Functions:

• Provide technical support and customer service to MerCruiser dealers, boat builders and consumers.
• Exercise independent judgement
• Follow through and take ownership in resolving product issues.
• Maintain detailed telephone, fax, mail and email correspondence records from internal and external customers.
• Respond promptly to customer contacts via phone, fax, email and MercNET.
• Possess warranty privileges and will be expected to approve/deny claims as necessary.
• Evaluate failures with product integrity/warranty ensuring consistency in warranty and customer relations adjustments.
• Assist with parts tear-down and inspection of failed components, to determine warranty eligibility.
• Create in-depth trouble shooting guides to assist our Dealers with diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Provide support and assistance to our field personnel. Travel occasionally to assist dealers with field issues.
• Act as a member of a product team along with the appropriate Service Product Manager to further improve dissemination of product information to the specialization teams.
• Act as an instructor for in-house product service training.
• Participate in special and ad hoc projects as needed.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Must consistently exercise discretion and judgment in resolving issues of significance to Mercury Marine.
• Must resolve complex issues to the satisfaction of multiple parties.
• Must develop creative ways to address and resolve internal and external issues.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must maintain respectful and professional interaction with various personality types in complex situations.
• Must recognize, document and communicate emerging product issues to engineering and product management for review and possible action.
• Desire to take ownership of projects and drive them to completion.
• Strong computer skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment with little direct oversight.
• Strong work ethic.
• Strong desire to learn and improve.
• Graduate of Technical College preferred.
• Two to four years technical experience in the marine industry or related field.
• Experience servicing Mercury products.
• Agents are expected, in a timely manner, to become Mercury Certified Technicians. After 5 years of certification, they are eligible to take the Master Certification test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate of Technical College preferred.

The anticipated pay range for this position is 61,400 – 98,600 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Mercury:

Mercury Marine is a world leading manufacturer of marine propulsion systems. A $2.6 billion division of Brunswick Corporation, Mercury designs, manufactures and distributes engines, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications, empowering boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world with 10,000 service points globally. Mercury's industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrive and inboard packages; Mercury global parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, BLA, Payne's Marine, Kellogg Marine & Lankhorst Taselaar marine parts distribution; and Mercury and Quicksilver parts and oils. More information is available at mercurymarine.com.

Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.

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