Technical service representative

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.

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Do you have experience with spray-painting and currently looking for the next step in your career? Join us as a Technical Service Representative and you'll be at the forefront of providing technical support, training, and documentation for our esteemed clients. From troubleshooting technical issues to fostering customer relationships, you'll be instrumental in driving the success of our business. Plus, get ready for some exciting travel opportunities – up to 50% internationally

• Provide technical support to customers, utilizing industry best practices.
• Conduct product demonstrations and transfer knowledge on processes and technical problem-solving to clients.
• Deliver regular project reports and customer visit reports.
• Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and provide guidance on preventive measures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical projects and new product launches.
• Maintain technical competence on application, equipment, and processing methods.
• Assist in strategic planning by providing customer insights and product processing know-how to Sales and Marketing.
• Actively participate in the sales process by supporting customer interactions and maintaining industry contacts.
  
  

• Proficiency in spray painting techniques.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 50% of the time.
• Fluency in English.
• German or French proficiency is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of paint application, processing, and measurement equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical thinking: Able to swiftly diagnose customer issues and propose effective solutions onsite

• 46 annual holidays.
• Participation in the AkzoNobel pension plan.
• Travel expenses to and from work.
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.
• Participation in events and networking platforms.

We welcome your online application via If you have questions about the role or interview process, please contact Bobby Heideman at

It is essential that you have a visa that allows you to work in the Netherlands.

The recruitment process includes a selection of the best applications received through the system, interview rounds, and further steps. An online assessment and an employment screening might be part of the selection process.

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

Requisition ID: 40143