Sr Manager – Managed Services Engineering - Enterprise Infrastructure

CDW

4d•$137,000 - $190,360

About The Position

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW. Job Summary As the Senior Manager of Managed Services Engineering, you will lead and oversee the Managed Services Engineering Team to drive financial, operational, and customer satisfaction targets. The leader in this role will be responsible for a portfolio of products and services whose annual recurring revenue goals will be determined by executive team leadership. This role is pivotal in aligning the team with the overarching Services strategy while nurturing key relationships with product development, professional services, and sales departments. You will be instrumental in executing customer service level agreements, ensuring continuous service improvement, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the team and throughout the larger CDW organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of experience in consulting or IT services delivery, with a proven track record of leadership and management in a senior role, OR 14 years of experience in consulting or IT services delivery, with a proven track record of leadership and management in a senior role.
Extensive experience in process management and improvement, with a strong understanding of ITIL frameworks.
Excellent leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a demonstrated aptitude for strategic thinking and decision-making.
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Experience in financial management, budgeting, and cost optimization.
Willingness to travel as needed, up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading Managed Services Engineering teams across Virtualization, Endpoint & Windows Compliance, Backup & Recovery, and Database & Storage, a plus.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic direction and vision for the Managed Services Engineering Teams within the assigned portfolio, driving alignment with company objectives and market trends.
Cross-functional Leadership: Work with other senior leaders throughout Managed Services and Professional Services to help develop and strengthen offerings. Expand technical aptitudes by collaborating across teams and geographies.
Customer Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring a deep understanding of their environments as well as their business needs. Lead initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of management and technical professionals, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Manage workload, prioritize tasks, and allocate resources effectively to meet business goals.
Process Optimization: Oversee the development, implementation, and enhancement of operational processes and procedures, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and standards such as ITIL.
Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the team, leveraging key metrics and feedback mechanisms to identify areas for enhancement and implementing strategies to optimize service delivery.
Financial Management: Manage operational costs, plan budgets, and drive cost optimization initiatives while ensuring the highest quality of service delivery. Understand financial statements and be able to express their meaning to superiors and subordinates as needed.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including sales, product development, and professional services teams to drive synergy and alignment across departments.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting: Establish performance metrics, monitor team performance, and provide regular reports and updates to senior management on key metrics, achievements, and areas for improvement.