General Description:
The Sr. Manager , IT Service Delivery is part of a global team of IT professionals focused on driving a positive associate service experience across the IT organization to increase productivity via the enablement of new tech nology and enhanced processes and solutions . The team is focused on managing core service delivery operations, driving automat ion into operations and leading continuous improvements programs .
The Sr. Ma nager , IT Service Delivery will lead and oversee Service Desk support operations , establish and manage the service delivery tools management process, own and drive improvement projects and track cost benefits, and manage a cross functional support team of up to 200 resources . In addition, the Sr. Manager , IT Service Delivery Experience will participate in monthly and quarterly customer service improvement forums to drive an improved service delivery experience across all IT service delivery.
Primary responsibilities will include:
Service Delivery Operations
Direct oversight of th e global BD Service Desks and management of up to 200 resources . Ensure best practices for service delivery, productivity, quality and efficiency while delivering high customer satisfaction by meeting or exceeding Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
Research emerging products, services, protocols and standards in support of service desk technology improvement and development efforts
Manage key strategic partner performance metrics and continuous improvement programs
Partner closely with legacy BD Tower leads to drive cross tower improvements, share best practices and model a user first approach to core IT operations
Develop and deliver regular Support/ Service Scorecard for leadership and key stakeholder , to highlight support performance
Service Delivery Continuous Improvement
Lead and drive Continuous Improvement (CI) projects and activities to meet operational objectives including shift-left , cost improvement projects and value stream improvements.
Drive and implement automation (technology, process) into traditional service desk operations. Work closely with the Automation COE and partner organizations to identify areas of opportunity to drive down ticket volume, increase productivity and reduce delivery times
D r ive improvements and automation across all Self-Service tools such as Chat and Self-Service Portal. Increase automation and reduce redundancy to enhanc e the associate experience
Transition repeatable service desk operations into self-service portal requests, automated routing and other approaches supported by our ITSM platforms
Conduct monthly and quarterly forums with both BD and partner delivery tower leads; drive a standardized reporting mechanism and track quarterly improvements
Sphere of Influence:
This role will interact and influence across various levels of the Technology and Global Services organization . Key partnerships include Infrastructure & Operations teams, Business Partners , Platforms , Risk and Compliance , Service Management, Technology Global Services leadership team and our strategic delivery partners.
Required Skills & Knowledge
Experience
8 -1 0 years of experience i n Service Desk or IT Support environment
Experience in Continuous Improvement an asset
Experience in management
Education
Bachelor s degree
An ITIL certification is considered an as se t
Key Competencies
Exhibits a user first approach to service delivery and develops a metrics drive n culture of continuous improvements to i mprove operations and strategic enablement
Challenges prevailing assumptions when warranted and suggests better approaches; works to minimize complexity and simplify processes
Ability to drive operational changes
Demonstrated ability to reason and deal with ambiguity; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty
Makes good decisions, especially under deadlines or pressure situations, based on analysis, experience and judgment
Listen s well and is flexible to perspectives of others
Ability to set priorities; e xhibits a bias-to-action and a focus on results
Communication - Clear and articulate speech and writing targeted to audiences that include senior management and/or outside organizations
Skills
Ability to influence without authority
Strong IT knowledge and business strategy experience
Energetic, action-oriented, positive approach to problem solving and ability to balance multiple projects
Ability to adjust to a fast-paced environment and turn around deliverables in a short timeframe
Ability to provide candid observations and alternative solutions on business issues
Communication and influencing skills across multiple levels, functions, and cultures
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to interface with senior IT resources
Knowledge and expe rience with IT project delivery; Knowledge of project management methodologies, tools and best practi ce
Keyskills: Service management Automation Service level Project management Customer service Business strategy IT operations Continuous improvement Project delivery Operations
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