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Enterprise Service Desk Manager

Stratus

The Role

Overview

Lead and manage enterprise IT service desk, ensuring service delivery and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • itil processes
  • service desk
  • ticketing system
  • automation
  • performance reporting
  • strategy roadmap

Tasks

-Establish and monitor performance goals, SLAs, and KPIs to ensure continuous improvement. -Implement ITIL-based processes (incident, request, change, and problem management). -Collaborate with IT infrastructure, application, and security teams to ensure smooth end-to-end service delivery. -Oversee day-to-day service desk operations, ensuring timely resolution of incidents, service requests, and escalations. -Drive a customer-first culture, fostering accountability and service excellence. -Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies that improve IT support capabilities. -Ensure service desk availability across multiple time zones -Act as the primary point of contact for business leaders regarding IT service desk performance. -Analyze incident trends to proactively identify and resolve recurring issues. -Establish a robust feedback loop with users to ensure services meet evolving business needs. -Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies -Build, lead, mentor, and manage the Service Desk team -Champion automation, self-service portals, and knowledge base improvements to enhance efficiency. -Manage service desk tools and technologies, ensuring effective ticketing, knowledge management, and reporting. -Provide regular service performance reports and improvement plans to executive leadership. -Define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the enterprise service desk in alignment with IT and business objectives.

Requirements

  • itil
  • servicenow
  • leadership
  • 7+ years
  • bachelor's
  • analytics

What You Bring

-Proven experience managing enterprise-scale service desk teams in a multi-site environment. -ITIL v3/v4 certification strongly preferred. -Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. -Deep understanding of IT service management frameworks, SLAs, and performance metrics. -Analytical mindset with experience in data-driven decision-making. -7+ years of progressive IT support experience, with at least 3+ years in a managerial or leadership role required. -Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills. -Experience with service desk platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, BMC Remedy, Freshservice, IFS Assyst). -Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred. An advanced degree e.g. Masters or MBA is a plus.

Benefits

-Company paid Life Insurance -Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts -Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options -Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays -Supportive & Friendly Culture -Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping -401k with Employer Contribution -Company paid Short/Long Term Disability -Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

The Company

About Stratus

-Stratus emerged from a vision to deliver high-impact solutions in complex sectors like infrastructure and energy. -With a rich history of successful projects, Stratus has built a reputation for precision and reliability. -Specializing in large-scale construction, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects, they take on challenging and ambitious work. -Stratus has successfully managed a variety of projects, from residential developments to intricate energy systems. -The company is known for its focus on innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the needs of modern industries. -Stratus stands out for its ability to blend technical expertise with practical implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Sector Specialisms

Financial

Healthcare

Retail

Petroleum & C-Stores

Hospitality

Restaurants

Sports & Entertainment

Transportation

Corporate & Industrial

Grocery

Telecommunications

Non-Retail Financial

Property Management

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