SavageOne

Service Delivery Manager

South Africa full-time Executive Salary not listed
full-time Executive level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Job Overview:
We are seeking a results-driven Service Delivery Manager with 5-9 years of experience to oversee and optimize service delivery across our client portfolio. You will ensure high-quality service performance, build strong relationships with stakeholders, manage escalations, and drive continuous improvement in service management processes.
Key Responsibilities:

Service Management & Delivery:

Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction through effective service delivery and management.

Oversee the end-to-end delivery of IT or business services to meet agreed SLAs and KPIs.

Monitor performance metrics and prepare service reports for clients and internal leadership.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Act as the main point of contact for client service-related issues and escalations.

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and internal delivery teams.

Team Leadership & Coordination:

Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of service issues.

Provide mentoring and direction to junior delivery staff or support teams.

Process Improvement:

Identify gaps and inefficiencies in service delivery processes; implement improvements.

Participate in audits and support compliance with relevant standards (e.g., ITIL, ISO).

Project Support:

Support the delivery of new services, transitions, and transformation initiatives.

Collaborate with project managers to align service capabilities with project deliverables.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.

5-9 years of experience in a service delivery or client management role.

Proven experience managing service performance in complex, multi-client environments.

Strong knowledge of ITIL practices (certification preferred).

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in cloud-based or digital service environments.

Experience managing third-party vendors or offshore delivery teams.

PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.

Familiarity with service tools such as ServiceNow, Jira, or equivalent.

Key Competencies:

Customer-centric mindset

Analytical thinking

Leadership and team collaboration

Conflict resolution

Time and priority management

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Executive
Technology & IT Administration Operations Project Management Service Delivery Executive level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Service Delivery Manager role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at SavageOne?
  3. Which of Administration, Operations and Project Management have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Administration, Operations and Project Management.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Service Delivery Manager role because I can bring practical experience in Administration, Operations and Project Management, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes SavageOne needs from this hire.

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