Support Account Manager

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Support Account Manager
Petah Tikva, Central District, Israel
Job category: Customer Support
Job ID: 125622-en_US

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Job summary
The Support Account Manager (SAM) combines strong customer relationship and crisis management skills with technical competencies to deliver the highest level of support service to Enterprise customers, with the aim to realize the maximum value of their NetApp solution and minimize disruption to the customer’s operations.

In close collaboration with other parts of NetApp support, the SAM oversees an optimal delivery of support activities for the customer and provides an effective crisis management and communication in case of disruptions.

As trusted advisor of the customer and in partnership with the account team, the SAM actively drives pre-emptive and preventative recommendations which are tailored to the customer’s business needs and technical environment, built on NetApp’s AutoSupport technology.

Working primarily on-site with customers in secure sites, you actively assist with troubleshooting technical support issues and with the transfer of knowledge about the administration of NetApp’s products to your customer administrators. Your role is critical to NetApp’s continued success as you help deepen the relationship with the customer, build their trust in our solutions and increase their loyalty

Job requirements

The SAM’s work with NetApp customers and designated Account/Sales Teams, by providing expertise in the following areas:

1. Personalized Service (Approximately 33% of time)
-Provide informed strategic planning, storage support best practices and upgrade advice.
-Understands the customers' environment and apply NetApp knowledge to improve the overall support experience.
-Conduct regular operational service reviews and provide customer-tailored best practice recommendations

2. Centralized Support Management (Approximately 33% of time)
-The SAM is strategically positioned to review and oversee all of assigned customers' NetApp support activities, enabling maximum efficiency while minimizing risk
-During any critical events, the SAM facilitates issue resolution and ensures effective communication, from customer storage administrators to high level management
3. Customized Proactive Care (Approximately 33% of time)
-Through a combination of expertise, analytics, tools and a deep understanding of customers' operating environment, the SAM consults and provides deliverables aimed at mitigating risks and ensuring stability of the NetApp Solution.

- The SAM influences customers to adopt best-practices by regular tracking of preventative remediation actions derived from recommendations

- The SAM educates the customer, as required, about the various tools available on the NetApp Support Site and helps deepen their understanding of NetApp products.

Education

- 5-8 years of relevant experience is preferred. Prior experience as a Support Account Manager, Service Account Manager, Escalations Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Support Engineer, Escalation Manager, Professional Services Engineer, Storage Administrator and/or a Project Manager is desired.

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We advocate for a healthy work-life balance. Our best-in-class volunteer time off program provides employees 40 hours of paid time off per year to volunteer with their preferred organizations. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family, as well as educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts. Additionally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. If you're eager to learn and solve problems, join us. #LifeatNetApp