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The Service Delivery Specialist is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for providing continuity in service and acts as an advocate for the client. This role supports the business by taking responsibility for overall contract management for medium to large complex client contracts and is responsible for ensuring client satisfaction, service delivery and contract profitability for their assigned client contracts – can be specific client accounts or a group of accounts. The Service Delivery Specialist may operate across multiple sites or Support Services offerings. They are the primary interface managing the services relationship between the client and the organization. This role owns the service governance structure, schedule and run all service management review meetings, and ensure all processes and documentation are in place. The Service Delivery Specialist role is a chargeable service in the Uptime Proactive Support Service (PSS) option. They are responsible to perform client facing activities in service activation of Uptime Support Services, support and coordinate with GDC in service activation to ensure successful completion. It is the responsibility of this role to identify trends and areas of improvement in service delivery and communicate this information to regional and global stakeholders.
Job Responsibility
Works as an Independent Contributor (IC) and acts as the primary interface managing the services relationship between the client and the organization
Performs client facing service activation activities and support the GDC in service activation completion
Responsible for operations performance, including - Service Improvement Plans
Establishes, monitors and reports Service Delivery Reports
Escalation management and Reporting
Meeting management with clients
Major incidents - scrutinizes adherence to process, recommends changes when SLAs are not met and works with larger delivery teams
Change Management – manages and owns all RoE changes
Service First - owns Service First asset verification and contract status
Vendor Backout - manages backout issues with Vendor
Works with Transition teams and assigned Technical Account Manager to develop runbook that includes processes, escalation lists and documentation
Updates runbook regularly to reflect the necessary changes
Leads and facilitates resolution of products and technical issues in concern with assigned Technical Account Manager
Provides assurance regarding the compliance of, and lifecycle management for, all contracted Services
Receives and manages change requests relating to the SOW and agreement
Interfaces with internal contract management teams to normalize and execute change orders
Reviews new offers and service capabilities with the appropriate members of team
Supports billing / invoicing inquiries and / or disputes
Monitors client satisfaction and identify service improvement plans to address client’s satisfaction with the service
Requirements
Ability to establish strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients
Seasoned ability in managing coordinated delivery of service
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly analytical with good problem-solving skills and can use initiative to drive innovation
Ability to work well in a pressurized environment
Excellent client service orientation
Displays excellent persuasion and influence abilities
Passionate, strong initiative, self-driven with commitment to succeed
Seasoned ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines for service delivery projects
Seasoned proficiency in project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and project delivery
Assertive in approach with proficiency in negotiating terms, managing conflicts, and addressing challenges that may arise during service delivery
Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Business Administration or related field
ITIL Certification, such as ITIL Foundation or higher-level certifications
Seasoned demonstrated years of experience in service delivery and/ or related function in a medium to large ICT organization, preferably IT service provider
Seasoned background in delivering IT services, managing IT projects, and understanding the IT service lifecycle
Seasoned experience in managing client relationships, understanding client needs, and ensuring client satisfaction
Nice to have
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desirable