Director, Service Delivery

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and par­

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Caregiving support

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. is seeking a Director of Service Delivery to lead cross-functional teams delivering services across the organization.

You will drive strategic initiatives, optimize operations, manage budgets, and partner with stakeholders to ensure quality, compliance, and exceptional customer experience. The role emphasizes leadership, scalability, and continuous improvement in service delivery across multiple functions, with accountability for business outcomes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; in lieu of a degree, 5 years of experience may be considered
• 5 years of experience in managing P&L and strategic direction of a business unit
• 5 years of experience in vendor management and large contract negotiations

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute service delivery strategies that support organizational priorities, operational effectiveness, business growth, and stakeholder satisfaction across multiple functions and service lines.
• Analyze operational performance, capacity needs, and service trends to identify opportunities for improvement, scalability, risk mitigation, and enhanced business outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional partnerships and vendor relationships to ensure effective service delivery, operational alignment, cost management, and achievement of business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions, address operational challenges, and continuously improve service quality, efficiency, and customer experience.
• Partner with business leaders and key stakeholders to design and implement initiatives that strengthen operational performance, improve service outcomes, and support organizational goals.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to managers and teams responsible for service delivery, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key operational metrics and service levels, driving data-informed decisions, process improvements, and operational excellence.
• Build organizational capability through workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, performance management, and strategic resource allocation while maintaining accountability for operational budgets, financial performance, and overall service delivery results.
• Determines service delivery strategies, operating models, and organizational priorities to support business objectives, growth initiatives, and operational excellence across multiple functions.
• Establishes and implements new operational processes, service delivery approaches, and support strategies to improve efficiency, scalability, quality, and stakeholder experience.
• Makes decisions regarding budget allocation, resource planning, vendor partnerships, and investment priorities to optimize service delivery performance and financial outcomes.
• Evaluates operational performance, service outcomes, and key business metrics to establish goals, drive continuous improvement, and ensure achievement of strategic objectives.
• Develops and executes strategies for service delivery, operational support, compliance, onboarding, recruiting, provider account management, and other assigned functions to meet current and future business needs.
• Determines workforce structure, staffing models, and organizational design to ensure teams are appropriately positioned to deliver results and support organizational growth.
• Prioritizes initiatives, projects, and operational resources based on business impact, risk, customer needs, and strategic value.
• Makes decisions related to service standards, performance expectations, operational risk mitigation, and process improvement efforts to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient service delivery.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Vendor management

Negotiations

Financial acumen

Leadership

Change management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Primary Purpose

The Director, Service Delivery is responsible for leading and optimizing cross-functional operational teams that support the successful delivery of services across the organization. This role oversees multiple functions, which may include provider accounts, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, quality assurance, operational support, strategy, and other service delivery teams. The Director ensures operational excellence through effective leadership, scalable processes, and a strong focus on quality, compliance, customer experience, and business outcomes.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Develop and execute service delivery strategies that support organizational priorities, operational effectiveness, business growth, and stakeholder satisfaction across multiple functions and service lines.
• Analyze operational performance, capacity needs, and service trends to identify opportunities for improvement, scalability, risk mitigation, and enhanced business outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional partnerships and vendor relationships to ensure effective service delivery, operational alignment, cost management, and achievement of business objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions, address operational challenges, and continuously improve service quality, efficiency, and customer experience.
• Partner with business leaders and key stakeholders to design and implement initiatives that strengthen operational performance, improve service outcomes, and support organizational goals.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to managers and teams responsible for service delivery, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key operational metrics and service levels, driving data-informed decisions, process improvements, and operational excellence.
• Build organizational capability through workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, performance management, and strategic resource allocation while maintaining accountability for operational budgets, financial performance, and overall service delivery results.
• Determines service delivery strategies, operating models, and organizational priorities to support business objectives, growth initiatives, and operational excellence across multiple functions.
• Establishes and implements new operational processes, service delivery approaches, and support strategies to improve efficiency, scalability, quality, and stakeholder experience.
• Makes decisions regarding budget allocation, resource planning, vendor partnerships, and investment priorities to optimize service delivery performance and financial outcomes.
• Evaluates operational performance, service outcomes, and key business metrics to establish goals, drive continuous improvement, and ensure achievement of strategic objectives.
• Develops and executes strategies for service delivery, operational support, compliance, onboarding, recruiting, provider account management, and other assigned functions to meet current and future business needs.
• Determines workforce structure, staffing models, and organizational design to ensure teams are appropriately positioned to deliver results and support organizational growth.
• Prioritizes initiatives, projects, and operational resources based on business impact, risk, customer needs, and strategic value.
• Makes decisions related to service standards, performance expectations, operational risk mitigation, and process improvement efforts to ensure high-quality, compliant, and efficient service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
  • In lieu of a degree, an additional 5 years of experience may be considered
• 5 years of experience in managing P&L and strategic direction of a business unit
• 5 years of experience in vendor management and large contract negotiations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills.
• Results-driven leader with a focus on execution and accountability.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Proven ability to build partnerships and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience driving operational excellence and large-scale process improvements.
• Innovative mindset with a willingness to challenge the status quo and develop new solutions.
• Demonstrated success leading, developing, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in complex environments.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with operational execution.

At this time, Bright Horizons will not sponsor an applicant for employment authorization/visa for this position.

Be part of a community where people grow, futures are shaped, and lives are changed. We offer the rewards, opportunities, and support you deserve because making a difference goes both ways. We're changing the world of work and family, and it starts with you. At Bright Horizons, you're the difference.

Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $114,000-$137,000. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Benefits:

Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Money-saving discounts and financial planning tools
• Tuition assistance and education coaching
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family
• Learn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellness

Deadline to apply:

This position is anticipated to remain open until 10/17/26

Life at Bright Horizons:

At Bright Horizons, you're more than your job title - you're the difference. Whether you're nurturing a child's first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We're a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future - for yourself and for others.

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or [e-mail]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.