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Associate Application Engineer (Lenexa, KS, US, 66219)

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<p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><b><em><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#333333">Would you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high-quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing and develop new offerings? Are you eager to join a professional team and work directly with customers? Then we have an interesting position in Grundfos for you.</span></span></em></b></span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">What is the job about?</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Grundfos Pumps Corporation is seeking an Associate Application Engineer (Associate Front Line Engineer) to join its Industry (IND) Customer Sales Support Center (CSSC) team.  <br>
The CSSC Associate Front Line Engineer will contribute to a thriving sales team whilst delivering world class customer services through various Customer channels i.e. telephone, E-mail, live chat, instant messaging etc. Provide first Customer contact resolution on inquiries which can be resolved quickly (as predefined by company guidelines) and decide on the further processing of business transactions based on defined processes. Provide timely and effective quotations, technical advice, and Order Entry related support to Customers and sales teams.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">This position reports directly to the CSSC Supervisor and will operate on a hybrid schedule out of our Lenexa, KS office.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Your main responsibilities</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b> </b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">The CSSC Associate Front Line Engineer will:</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Provide technical advice on Customer inquiries which the employee can resolve within about 20 minutes, by email, telephone, live chat, instant messaging etc.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Provide standard pricing and delivery information and create processed offers.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Size and select pumps, service parts, and accessories for new and existing applications.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Provide installation support for purchased pumps.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Troubleshoot basic pump problems for installed pumps.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Create tickets, e.g. RFI (request for information), RFQ (request for quotation) and OEW (order entry workflow), for own processing or for forwarding to the appropriate groups;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Track offers according to specifications (e.g. sales guidelines).</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Follow up on Customer interactions within set Service Level Agreements (SLA).</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Identify business opportunities and handover to external sales.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Provide order and delivery status to Customers.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Assist Customers with order progression and supply chain issues.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Manage Customer order changes (lead time, shipping conditions, quantity, postponements, rejection, cancellation) and interaction with External Sales, Finance and the Supply Chain.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Record Customer complaints. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Promote digital tools towards customers using templates (Grundfos Product Center, Grundfos Express Suite, MyGrundfos, Extranet, online return forms).</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Support in executing ad hoc tasks in CSSC such as pricing, master data, approval workflow, digital tools, etc.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black"><b>Your background</b><br>
We imagine that you have:<b>  </b><br>
Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical preferred but not required). Preferably have a minimum of 1-3 years’ experience, but fresh graduates are welcome to apply.<br>
Or an Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with 3-5 years of previous technical customer service experience.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Experience working in the technical, pump or similar industry is preferred but not essential.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Fundamental pump product and application knowledge is an advantage.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Relevant customer service and administrative experience, organizational skills &amp; accountability with the Customer.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Knowledge of business structure, products and key market needs to create a successful Customer centric experience.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">In-depth knowledge of customer service software and databases (SAP CRM/SD/MM preferred).</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Proficiency in MS Office applications.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Good communication and networking skills together with the ability to build strong and trusting relationships with both Internal and External Stakeholders.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Excellent written and spoken English.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Must work effectively in a team environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Can listen carefully to determine customer needs.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></li>
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<p class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Please note that relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have the authorization to work in the USA without support.</span></span></span></span></p>

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<p class="paragraph" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="text-justify:inter-ideograph"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">What’s in it for you?</span></b></span></span></span></p>

<p class="paragraph" style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="text-justify:inter-ideograph"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Whether it’s developing leadership skills or advancing your expertise even further, we’ll support you with continuous learning and development opportunities, to help discuss and steer your long-term Grundfos career path. You’ll be welcomed from day one into an inclusive, trusting environment </span></span></span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">guided by </span><a href="https://www.grundfos.com/about-us/our-purpose-and-values" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:blue">six core values</span></span></b></a><b><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">.</span></b>  </span></span></span></span></p>

<p class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">  </span></span></span></p>

<p class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:</span></span></span>  </span></span></span></p>

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<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">If you’ll be working from your home office, we’ll make sure you are well equipped with a workstation. However, you are always welcome to our offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.</span>   </span></span></span></li>
<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">On top of it, flexible working hours; 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year. </span></span></span></span></li>
<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Competitive medical insurance rates through medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program. </span></span></span></span></li>
<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development. </span></span></span></span></li>
<li class="paragraph"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly. </span></span></span></span></li>
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<p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="text-justify:inter-ideograph"><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “<b>Apply</b>”. </span></span></span></span> </span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">To dig deeper into the Grundfos universe, follow us on </span></span><a href="http://linkedin.com/company/grundfos" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#0068b4"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span>LinkedIn</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"> or </span></span><a href="http://youtube.com/user/grundfos"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#0068b4"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span>YouTube</span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">.  Check out </span></span><a href="https://www.grundfos.com/careers/meet-our-people"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#0068b4"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span>Meet our people</span></span></span></span></span></a> <span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">to get to know some of your future colleagues and why they love working at Grundfos.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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<p style="margin-bottom:11.0px"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">Grundfos needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an </span></span></span></em><a href="https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#0068b4"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span>applicant</span></span></span></span></span></span></em></a><em> </em><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">and </span></span></span></em><a href="https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:#0068b4"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span>pay transparency</span></span></span></span></span></span></em></a><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif">. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.</span></span></span></em></span></span></span></p>

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<p><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span><span style="vertical-align:baseline"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:'Grundfos TheSans', sans-serif"><span style="color:black">We look forward to hearing from you.</span></span></span></b> </span></span></span></span></p>
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