Field Service Manager

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Production Management · Manufacturing Engineering

In short

As Field Service Manager in São Paulo, Brazil, you will lead and develop the Field Service organization, driving operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and a passion for people development within a global, innovative company.

Responsibilities

  • Promote and strengthen a strong Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) culture.
  • Lead, coach, and develop Field Service Engineers.
  • Manage the Field Service cost center, including budget, forecast, and financial performance.
  • Support proactive service sales activities.
  • Ensure service jobs are executed efficiently while maintaining strong customer relationships.
  • Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, digitalization, and innovative technologies.
  • Define, monitor, and improve KPIs to drive customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, profitability, and employee engagement.
  • Collaborate closely with commercial, operations, and technical teams.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical education.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Service Management, Field Service Operations, Maintenance Management, or Industrial Services.
  • Proven experience leading technical service teams and field-based engineers.
  • Experience managing customer-facing service operations within industrial or manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated experience managing budgets, forecasts, cost centers, and financial performance.
  • Experience establishing and monitoring operational KPIs and driving performance improvements.
  • Proven track record in continuous improvement, operational excellence, and efficiency initiatives.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Customer-focused and results-driven.
  • Comfortable managing change, improving processes, and balancing customer needs with business objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional qualifications in Leadership, Business Management, Service Management, or Project Management are considered a plus.
  • Experience with change management and organizational development is highly desirable.
  • Experience working within multinational and matrix organizations is considered a strong advance.
  • Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

  • Lead a critical function within a global technology leader.
  • Be part of an innovative and purpose-driven organization.
  • Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
  • Access excellent opportunities for professional development and career growth.
  • Help shape the future of service excellence while making a positive impact.
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Company

Alfa Laval

Job Posted

4 days ago

Employment Type

Full Time

Work mode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

São Paulo, Brazil

Qualification

Bachelor, Diploma

Applicants

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