Operations Senior Manager

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Our work depends on a Operations Senior Manager joining our team to support our service desk programs activities in Bossier City, LA or Barbourville, KY

The Operations Senior Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the delivery and performance of multiple service desk programs within the Customer Engagement organization.

This position plays a key role in meeting service levels, maintaining service quality, and implementing continuous service improvement initiatives.

The Operations Senior Manager will lead a team of Service Delivery Managers and will be instrumental in developing and executing the strategic vision for the service desk portfolio.

This position requires a strong leader with the potential for upward mobility.

Key Responsibilities :

Personnel Development : Mentor and develop Service Delivery Managers or other direct reports, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Manage and evolve internal mobility and career pathing programs and initiatives to support employee development and retention

Performance Management : Own and manage portfolio performance, ensuring adherence to program SLAs, service quality, attrition rates, attendance, occupancy, efficiency, schedule adherence, and productivity metrics.

Collaborate with Service Delivery Managers and the Workforce Management (WFM) team on forecasting and capacity planning for all programs within the portfolio.

Make strategic decisions on staffing levels, new hire training, and resource allocation to balance both financial and SLA performance.

Participate in internal service review meetings, addressing performance, service improvements, quality, and process optimization with Program Managers and applicable client stakeholders

Risk Management : Conduct regular risk assessments for programs within the portfolio and develop mitigation strategies to address potential issues.

Ensure that all operations comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and client requirements, particularly in government contracts

• Governance : Oversee and manage the development and maintenance of operational approaches, standards, and procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency across the portfolio
• Stakeholder Engagement : Develop deep partnerships with clients to understand their evolving needs and ensure that service offerings are aligned with their strategic objectives Collaborate with senior government and GDIT leadership, as well as other stakeholder groups, to understand and anticipate customer needs, and to develop and implement the long-term goals and strategic vision of the service offering.

Foster and develop relationships with senior client and GDIT sector / PM stakeholders, building trust and ensuring alignment of goals.

Build and maintain relationships with TSS L5 / L6 leaders to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and support

Financial Management : Manage the budget for the service desk portfolio, including forecasting, tracking expenditures, and ensuring financial goals are met.

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities while maintaining service quality and client satisfaction

Continuous Service Improvement : Promote a culture of continuous service improvement within the organization, encouraging innovative ideas and solutions.

Oversee the development of CSI business cases, evaluating the feasibility, effort, cost, risk, and value proposition of proposed initiatives.

Review and approve CSI initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations. Lead initiatives to integrate new technologies and tools that enhance service delivery, efficiency, and client satisfaction

Business Growth : Oversee the operational components of new program transitions and onboarding, ensuring smooth and efficient launches.

Design and develop service solutions that meet client needs and drive business growth. Coordinate and assist with authoring technical proposals, white papers, and marketing materials to support business development initiatives.

Promote TSS Services as part of pre-proposal customer call plans. Develop basis of estimates (BOE) for proposals and other business growth efforts

Service Vision and Strategy : Assist in the design and development of the Customer Engagement service vision and strategy, aligning with industry best practices (e.

g., ITIL, HDI). Conduct market research to compare current operations to industry standards and inform organizational goals and strategic vision.

Contribute to the development and design of the service roadmap, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with other departments such as HR, IT, and Finance to align operational strategies with overall business goals

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management in a leadership role within a service desk or contact center environment of similar size, scope, scale or complexity
• ITILv4 Foundations certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Proven experience in managing large, complex portfolios with multiple service lines and clients
• Strong understanding of service management frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
• Strategic thinker with a track record of developing and executing successful service delivery strategies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field, and minimum 10 years of experience
• Experience leading process / technology innovations and improvements.
• Other Advanced ITIL Certifications
• Experience in federal, state, or local government service delivery.
• or equivalent
• Experience in business development and proposal writing

Competencies :

• Business Acumen
• Financial Acumen
• Workforce Management
• Employee Development
• Leadership and Vision
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• Operational Excellence
• Continuous Improvement

Travel : This role may require occasional travel 2 to 4 times per year to client sites and other GDIT locations

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE :

• K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
27 days ago