Service Manager Managed Services

Collaborate with a team of service delivery professionals, including Service Desk Analysts, Incident and problem Managers, and Service Delivery Coordinators, providing guidance to ensure the highest level of performance. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to understand client requirements and expectations. serving as the primary point of contact for service delivery-related matters. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including sales, operations, and technical teams, to ensure alignment and coordination of service delivery efforts. Define and implement service delivery strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of services. Monitor service performance against SLAs (Service Level Agreements) and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and take corrective actions as necessary to address any issues or deviations. Conduct regular service reviews with clients to review performance, discuss service improvements, and identify opportunities for growth. Act as a point of escalation for complex service issues, working closely with technical and incident management teams to resolve incidents and minimize service disruptions. Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the service delivery team, driving initiatives to enhance processes, tools, and capabilities. Develop and deliver service performance reports and presentations for management and clients, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement. Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in service delivery management, and apply this knowledge to enhance service offerings. Mentor and coach team members to foster professional development and ensure high levels of performance and engagement. Preferred Work Experience (years): Minimum of 5 years of experience. Strong leadership skills to be able to lead a remote Excellent leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve goals and objectives. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels. Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Certification in IT service management (e.g., ITIL v4 Foundation, PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable. Experience working in a client-facing role and managing relationships with external stakeholders. Knowledge of cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives is a plus Ability to travel