Sr. Service Desk Manager

Zones, Inc; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Service Desk Manager to lead a dynamic team of technology professionals. This role is pivotal in delivering exceptional end-user support to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, ensuring operational stability and client satisfaction. With a commitment to fostering a positive work environment, the Senior Service Desk Manager will oversee all aspects of service delivery, from staffing to client relations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, and be part of a team that is passionate about technology and dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 5-7 years managing a technology-focused Service Desk in a Managed Services environment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities to ensure timely resolution of client issues.
• Oversee ticket volume and prioritize issues for effective resolution.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Education

ITIL Certification

Experience in Managed Services

Relationship Management Experience

Tools

ITSM (ServiceNow)

MS Office365

Job description

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

The Senior Service Desk Manager is responsible for providing exceptional vision and leadership to a team of technology professionals who are responsible for providing end user technology support services. This position will lead a team providing exceptional customer service to a broad range of fortune 500 clients and handle all relative communications with leadership and Service Desk personnel.

This position is responsible for leading and overseeing all Service Desk elements -- client relations, staffing to meet ever changing workflow needs, operational reporting, employee relations, and onboarding/offboarding support. This position requires strong problem solving, analytical skills and must ensure both operational stability and end user satisfaction.

Communication skills are a must, as the Senior Service Desk Manager will be required to interact with all areas of leadership to further refine, optimize, and transform the Service Desk’s ongoing services. The Senior Service Desk Manager must strive to create a positive work environment and actively work to create strong business and staff relations.

Responsibilities:

• Manage all operational and daily activities of assigned resources to ensure clients receive effective and timely resolution of all issues in compliance with the Service Level Agreement requirements defined in the client contract and based on established company objectives.
• Oversee daily volume of tickets generated from each client; help prioritize tickets across all clients to ensure timely resolution of issues with highest impact on clients.
• Responsible for developing and documenting processes and procedures particularly in a SLA driven environment.
• Participate in resource management meetings on a weekly basis to identify resource-requirements across the department and to ensure optimal productivity levels are achieved by all technical resources each week.
• Define internal Service Desk performance indicators for quality assurance in support of customer facing performance indicators and present them to management.
• Proactively manage communications pertaining to technical support, operations, changes, outages, and issues in a timely, professional manner.
• Regularly communicate service performance levels to key stakeholders, including Project Executives, Operations Manager, and Interface Manager. Strong presentation skills – presenting weekly, monthly and quarterly QBR’s.
• Serve as key point of contact for all matters related to the Service Desk, including implementation of Service Desk strategy and initiatives, client and/or account team escalations, Service Desk reporting, Service Desk productivity, and Service Desk hours of coverage.
• Provide on-call support for client related problems.
• Provide weekly reporting to management and to client on client ticket status; highlight to management clients that may be at risk as a result of failing to meet service level agreements.
• Work with Project Managers to ensure the team is performing as expected in alignment with project goals and statements of work.
• Supervise Team Leads, assigning duties and preparing and delivering performance reviews.
• Manage resources, including sourcing for, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing staff.
• Manage resources to achieve objectives and satisfy client requirements; promote cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency/effectiveness.
• Responsible for all Human Resource activities at the Service Desk.
• Provide direction in complex problem-solving situations and participate in direct interaction with technical resources when required.
• Proficient with MS Office365 suite.
• Ensures and drives an engaged culture.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with developing and documenting processes and procedures, particularly in a SLA driven environment.

Education/Experience:

• ITIL Experience, ITIL Certification preferred.
• Experience with ITSM (ServiceNow).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of managing a technology-focused Service Desk in a Managed Services environment.
• 5-7 years of relationship management experience, with a minimum of 1 year in an outsourcing setting or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, paid time off, and much more. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.

At Zones, work is more than a job – with exciting career with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

About the company

Zones provides comprehensive IT solutions to customers across the country and around the world. And we do it extremely well. In fact, we've taken pride in becoming experts in all things tech for more than 30 years. But we don't do it alone. We collaborate with industry-leading partners who help us deliver customizable solutions and positive business outcomes to meet the needs of those we serve.