Process and manage customer orders, ensuring order accuracy, pricing validation, commercial compliance, and timely entry into company systems.
Host project kickoff meetings and align internal teams on scope, schedule, deliverables, and customer expectations.
Monitor project schedules and proactively communicate status updates, risks, delays, and milestones to customers and internal stakeholders.
Coordinate shipping, delivery, invoicing, startup, commissioning, and project closeout activities.
Customer Support & Relationship Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, sales teams, suppliers, and internal departments throughout the lifecycle of orders and projects.
Deliver exceptional customer service through prompt, professional, and thorough responses to customer inquiries.
Maintain ongoing customer communications regarding order status, project schedules, delivery commitments, and issue resolution.
Investigate and help resolve customer concerns related to billing, delivery, documentation, or project execution.
Maintain accurate customer records, contracts, quotations, project documentation, and correspondence within company systems.
Technical & Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate the preparation, review, and submission of technical documentation, data packages, drawings, submittals, O&M manuals, and customer deliverables.
Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to ensure project requirements are met.
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to validate product availability, schedules, pricing, and compliance with project specifications.
Assist in identifying project risks, developing solutions, and escalating issues when necessary to maintain customer satisfaction and project success.
Support quotation activities, price and availability requests, and other pre- and post-order sales support functions.
Continuous Improvement
Participate in process improvement initiatives that enhance customer experience, project execution, and operational efficiency.
Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
Key Competencies
Strong customer service orientation and relationship-building skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong project coordination and organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
Strong attention to detail
Business and commercial acumen
Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Technical aptitude and ability to understand engineering documentation
Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external customers
Strong prioritization and time management skills
Comfortable making difficult customer and stakeholder communications when required
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of experience in project coordination, customer support, order management, account management, or a related role.
Experience supporting engineered products, manufacturing, industrial, municipal, utility, water, or wastewater industries preferred.
Experience working with customer orders, quotations, invoicing, and project documentation preferred.
Skills & Technical Knowledge
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with ERP, CRM, or project management software preferred (SAP, Salesforce, AS400, or similar systems).
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation preferred.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation