Job Title: | Partner Support Specialist |
Division: | Cloud Operations |
Location & Address: | Kyalami, Midrand, Johannesburg |
Reports to: | Credit & Partner Support Manager |
Direct Subordinates: | 0 |
Total Staff in Function: | 5 |
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JOB SUMMARY:
Main Purpose of Position:
The Partner Support Specialist will provide first-line support to ICT distribution partners, ensuring prompt resolution of inquiries and maintaining a high level of service excellence. This entry-level role focuses on ticket management, SLA adherence, and partner engagement, requiring a customer-centric approach, problem-solving skills, and a strong interest in ICT products and distribution. The incumbent will collaborate with internal teams to streamline processes, enhance partner experience, and contribute to overall business efficiency.
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PERFORMANCE STANDARDS |
Partner Support & Relationship Management
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Ticket & SLA Management |
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Process & Documentation Support |
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Collaboration & Communication |
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OUR CORE VALUES:
- Trust
It is the starting point of being able to work together. When we trust, we feel safe.
- Enjoyment
Be happy at work and love what you do. This is an overall productivity booster and enhances performance.
- Teamwork
Strive to work productively in cooperation with one another, fostering a healthy atmosphere with mutual support, thus allow-ing everyone to achieve their own work-related goals.
- Integrity
Be honest and truthful in your dealings with peers, customers, and vendors.
- Accountability
Accountability allows us to learn. Be accountable for the consequences of your actions.
- Respect
Respect is not only a promise, but it is supported by actions.
- Passion
Passion is the energy that keeps us going. Everyone at Epsidon, puts their heart into their work and is passionate about be-coming the best version of themselves.
- Attitude
Professionalism and positivity are the demonstrated attitudes with internal and external stakeholders.
REQUIREMENTS:
Internal training associated with competencies:
- During the first week of your employment, you’ll be presented with a meticulously crafted learning map designed to seamlessly guide you through your on-the-job training experience.
Minimum Qualifications:
- A qualification in Business Management, IT, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- Matric
Minimum Experience:
- 2-3 years of experience in customer support, partner support, Helpdesk Support, etc within the ICT Industry.
Minimum Skills:
- Ticketing System Proficiency – Experience with Jira, Zendesk, ServiceNow, Freshdesk, or similar platforms.
- Basic IT Support Knowledge – Understanding of hardware, software, networking, and common IT issues.
- SLA Management – Ensuring queries are resolved within agreed Service Level Agreements.
- Effective Communication – Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
- Customer-centric mindset – Prioritizing user satisfaction and maintaining a positive experience.
- Time Management – Ability to prioritize tickets and meet response & resolution deadlines.
- Teamwork – Coordinating with IT teams, vendors, and internal departments for ticket resolution.
- Attention to Detail – Ensuring accurate documentation and record-keeping of support cases.
Office Requirements:
- Office-based working environment.
- Semi-formal dress code.
- Working hours are from 08:00 – 17:00.
- Excellent international business language skills (English), both written and verbal.
- Reliable transport to and from the office.
Note:
- This is a permanent position subject to a three-month probationary period.
- You will be required to perform such duties as reasonably required by the business.
- Your job description may be amended from time to time if it is valid and reasonable.
- You will serve the Company or any Associated Entity in such capacity as management may reasonably require.
- Duties must be performed` faithfully, diligently, and to the best of your abilities.
- You agree to use your best endeavors to promote the best interests of the Company and any Associated Entity.
- You may be required within reason, to work outside of set duties and/or perform in more than one role.