Support West customers in technical matters relating to: * Drug-closure compatibility* Packaging recommendations * Component processing * Functionality * Product/packaging development * Extractable/leachables and other test requirements * Other information as needed to help assure West products will meet their requirements
Take a proactive role as technical interface between the customer and West’s functions: * Be an active part of the account teams* Support development of commercial strategies for products / services and customers * Represent the Voice of Customer to the West organization * Update the Sales teams on technical issues/projects within customers: * Interface with customers and account managers to obtain the background information and customer’s technical requirements on projects * Advise on the status of and drive / follow up on technical aspects of internal and external customer-linked projects
Promote, present and actively participate in growing West business: * Prepare technical presentations * Conduct technical seminars / symposiums with customers * Educate customers on product applications * Share industry insights with customers
Participate in external thought leadership: * Attend and participate in tradeshows, conferences and seminars, with presentations to customers / industry as needed * Act as a liaison between customers, Sales and West Analytical Laboratories. * Build expertise in key market knowledge areas over and above the internal trainings. * Work closely with all other members of Global Technical Customer Support team to assure open communication and a high level of effectiveness
Education
Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's in a technical field (Chemistry/Biology/Engineering) required
Work Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in technical support, analytical laboratory, research and development, or engineering role required and
1-2 years of experience in related fields, e.g., pharmaceutical, or medical device industry required
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proactive, competitive, presentation, problem solving, communication, analytical, prioritization, detail oriented, technical, personal accountability
With a moderate level of guidance, works well in a fast-paced environment
Ability to comprehend technical information
Strong interpersonal skills: able to connect with others and manage relationships
Ability to utilize sound judgment and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
Ability to identify internal and external client needs and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to work in a virtual environment in a global organization
Excellent English language skills (written/oral)
Willingness to global travel
Additional Requirements
Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures
Physical Requirements
Sedentary-Exerting up to 10lbs/4kgs of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.