{"id":13711,"date":"2025-07-14T08:02:10","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T08:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/poc-technical-support-specialist-full-time-sales-consultant-istore-pavilion-team-lead-desk-based-account-manager\/"},"modified":"2025-08-05T00:24:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T00:24:25","slug":"poc-technical-support-specialist-full-time-sales-consultant-istore-pavilion-team-lead-desk-based-account-manager","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=13711","title":{"rendered":"POC Technical Support Specialist \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Full Time Sales Consultant &#8211; iStore Pavilion \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Team Lead: Desk Based-Account Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>\tWe\u2019re looking for a highly skilled and motivated POC Technical Support Specialist to join our team.<br \/>\n\tThis role will take ownership of the Proof of Concept (POC), trial, and demonstration processes of Microsoft Surface devices for enterprise clients.<br \/>\n\tYou\u2019ll need to bring a strong technical background, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and a passion for innovation.<br \/>\n\tIf you enjoy working with people and technology, and want to be part of a fast-paced, forward-thinking team, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.<\/p>\n<p>Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>POC &amp; Demo Management<\/p>\n<p>\tManage end-to-end POC, trial, and demo engagements for enterprise clients<br \/>\n\tEnsure a seamless, high-quality customer experience<br \/>\n\tKeep accurate documentation of all technical processes, challenges and resolutions<br \/>\n\tPrepare monthly reports and insights based on POC performance and trends<\/p>\n<p>Demo Stock Management<\/p>\n<p>\tMaintain an accurate inventory of demo stock<br \/>\n\tEnsure stock reflects the current and upcoming portfolio<br \/>\n\tAlign stock requirements to new product introductions and business needs<\/p>\n<p>Technical Support<\/p>\n<p>\tRespond to all technical queries within 24 hours<br \/>\n\tTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during POCs and demos<br \/>\n\tVerify app compatibility within client environments<\/p>\n<p>Training &amp; Enablement<\/p>\n<p>\tStay certified in key Microsoft workloads (Surface, M365, Co-Pilot, Security and Azure)<br \/>\n\tDeliver technical training sessions to resellers and internal teams<br \/>\n\tPromote adoption of Microsoft tools and certifications amongst channel partners<\/p>\n<p>Event Support<\/p>\n<p>\tEnsure all demo units are up to date and provisioned for technical events<br \/>\n\tManage technical content and user experience at events<br \/>\n\tCapture and track leads generated through events in collaboration with the business development team<\/p>\n<p>Content &amp; Asset Management<\/p>\n<p>\tMaintain a central repository of updated demo content and technical assets<br \/>\n\tSource or develop content that supports presales and demo engagement<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications &amp; Experience:<\/p>\n<p>\tRelevant Qualification in IT<br \/>\n\tPrevious experience managing POCs, demos or trials in a corporate\/enterprise environment<br \/>\n\tStrong technical knowledge of Surface devices and Microsoft\u2019s broader ecosystem<br \/>\n\tFamiliarity with CRM platforms and enterprise software<br \/>\n\tMicrosoft certifications in AI, Security or related fields (preferred)<\/p>\n<p>Technical Competencies:<\/p>\n<p>\tUnderstanding of Surface, M365, Azure and Microsoft security offerings<br \/>\n\tAbility to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently<br \/>\n\tStrong documentation and reporting capabilities<\/p>\n<p>Soft Skills:<\/p>\n<p>\tGreat verbal and written communication<br \/>\n\tAbility to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences<br \/>\n\tHighly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects at once<br \/>\n\tA proactive, customer-focused attitude<\/p>\n<p>go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.core.co.za ) or<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Core Group","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.core.co.za","_company_tagline":"We offer people the most exciting information, communication and entertainment technology for work and play, and service them through our network of resellers and our own retail outlets. 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