Technical Service & Support Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

Manage the Technical Services and Support department in the assigned unit(s) by close cooperation with the organization's functions, coaching and training of staff and active involvement in operational matters to make sure that Performance Coatings business in the local unit is operating with safe and efficient systems by competent staff for paints specifications, guarantee handling, claims management, sales support, technical training and technical service. Direct and main departmental responsible for technical risk management, strategic customer support and ensuring the availability of competent technical resources to protect and develop the Performance Coatings business.

Ensure the technical integrity of how Performance Coatings products and systems are sold and applied within the assigned unit(s) by managing replies to technical questions related to coating systems, specifications, guarantees, and application, to ensure expected coatings performance and minimisation of risk of claims. 

 Manage the technical part of Performance Coatings complaint processes within the assigned unit(s) by ensuring a timely conclusion to complaints and feedback to customers accordingly in order to ensure that Jotun is perceived as a preferred and professional supplier. 

Drive the internal learning from complaints processes by regular review meetings, action plans and follow up, identifying root cause, corrective actions and monitoring the efficiency of corrective actions to minimise risk of repetition 

 Ensure proactive technical risk management through structured assessment of specifications, guarantees, major projects, deviations and complaints, safeguarding Jotun's technical, commercial and reputational interests. Ensuring that key accounts and major complaints are attended by urgency, priority and to the best standards.  

 Through training ensure that the knowledge is transferred to the local organisation, general technical knowledge as well as detailed specific product knowledge and knowledge of Jotun's global working processes within Marine and Protective coatings to ensure competent and committed staff in line with market needs.  

 Support sales processes with technical expertise through customer presentations, documentation, standards etc., to ensure that Jotun is perceived as the preferred paint supplier in the assigned unit(s) using commercially correct specifications, risk control instruments, and global policies. 

 Manage local technical documentation and statements by creating and monitoring technical statements and documentation to ensure that local documentation is in line with local market needs and global guidelines. 

 Manage and lead the team by developing, guiding and supporting team members and ensuring the staffing and competence profile of the team is fit-for-purpose in order to achieve agreed objectives and performance. 

 Support the R&D function by carrying out trial applications and field testing of new and existing products to ensure suitability within the market that the position is technically responsible for.  

 Create and implement a local development plan based on the global TSS strategic direction by formulating and following up on activities and focus areas in order to support the development of the Performance Coatings business locally and in Jotun.  

 Ensure the development of a competent, organized and close-knit technical service team with potential cross segments (Marine and/or Protective). 

 Ensure the technical Service policies, procedures, and operating structure are in place to ensure Jotun’s quality standard is met 

 Develop the local Technical Services and Support business plans and dept. operations including budget development both sort and long term, in line with Marine and Protective strategy 

 Provide technical leadership and support to strategic customers, key accounts and major projects, ensuring alignment between customer expectations, project requirements and Jotun technical standards. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications & Experience  

 Technical High School or Engineer Degree

At least 5 years experience in similar roles

Frosio Level 3 / Nace Certification

Excellent communication skills  

Passionate Team Spirit, experience in people management and across different cultures

Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities​

Systematic approach, plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively

​English fluent (spoken and written)   

Preferable location Greater Hamburg Area. We also consider applications from all European countries

Available to travel   

What we offer 

Competitive salary package and excellent benefits. It will be discussed during the first interview 

Company car  

A modern working environment 

Internal specified trainings at Jotun´s Academies 

A motivated local, regional and global team  

POSITION INFORMATION

Company: Jotun (Deutschland) Gmbh

Contract Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 30.09.2026

WHO WE ARE

Jotun in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) has 18 different legal entities and operates 7 production facilities. The region has approximately 2000 employees who work across four markets: Marine, Protective, Powder and Decorative. Jotun ECA  is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. Our employees are the real value in our companies as individuals and teams. We strive to provide our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun Europe Sales is composed of the following legal entities located in 6 different countries - head offices: Jotun B.V (Netherlands) - Spijkenisse, Jotun Cyprus - Limassol, Jotun Deutschland - Hamburg, Jotun France – La Ciotat, Paris, Jotun Italia - Trieste  and Jotun Polska - Gdansk. This structure brings opportunities and allows us to boost growth and development.  By sharing professional expertise in the Coatings industry and support functions we optimize synergy among our teams across the countries.

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Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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