Systems Manager - Service Delivery Manager… at Con Edison · New York

The Service Delivery Manager (SDM) is responsible for leading a team to ensure that value is achieved as anticipated from the outsourced relationships under management. In particular, the SDM ensures that the overall services are delivered as stated in the agreement, that the service levels for outsourced services/functions are maintained and continually improved, and that any problems with the day-to-day delivery of services performed by suppliers(s) are minimized. Support or implementation experience with Oracle Human Capital Management or Oracle Financials is preferred.

This includes performing regular performance reviews, monitoring service level and service management issues, and developing new/ amended SLAs and metrics as needed. Furthermore, this position oversees planning and forecasting of outsourced service consumption, quality of service across services. The Service Delivery Manager is responsible for ensuring Con Edison satisfaction with the IT services delivered and ensures that it transforms to the optimum business value to the business organizations supported.

The Service Delivery Manager works closely with various IT stakeholders including "ITIL Service Management" process owners, the IT Vendor Management Office, architects and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with Con Edison strategy, policies and standards for the entire lifecycle of the services delivered.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Lead a high performing team to ensure that value is achieved as anticipated from the outsourced engagement. The Systems Manager ensures that the overall services are delivered and the service levels for outsourced services/functions are maintained and continually improved, and that any problems with the day-to-day delivery of services performed by suppliers(s) are minimized
• Engage with team leads and SMEs to ensure the outcome of the deliverables is of good quality and adheres to business requirements
• Maintain relationship with Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Business Stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of services in scope; Act as contact person regarding service delivery requirements, issues, changes and performance
• Manage and oversee MSP performance relative to Service Level Agreements. Conduct regular service reviews; follow escalation procedure where appropriate
• As operational problems occur, review recovery and permanent fix plans; Follow up on root-cause and trend analyses to identify areas of improvement in services in scope. Lead and provide oversight for high priority issues
• Review and authorize work orders / requests and ensure that all required Con Edison approvals are obtained
• Oversee operational change management: review change requests, participate in change meetings as required, approve changes within decision making authority, administer change freezes, review and approve post implementation reviews and reporting
• Ensure MSP follows compliance and controls items as required for SOX, PII, PSC etc.
• Support the appropriate implementation of Transition, Transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support IT process improvement including recommending opportunities for systems or process improvements
• Lead and develop a team of Service Delivery Leads through coaching, performance management, and effective work assignment to drive aligned execution and business outcomes
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years of related full-time work experience or
• Master's Degree and a minimum of 6 years of related full-time work experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master's Degree in IT, Computer Ccience, Business Administration, Engineering or Decision Sciences including mathematics, analytics, and quantitative methods and a minimum of 6 years of related full-time work experience

Relevant Work Experience

• Experience designing, developing, implementing or supporting technologies in one or more IT domains, e.g. applications, data, solution, infrastructure, process change management, required
• Leadership or managerial experience, required
• Ability to interact with senior leadership, external stakeholders and communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience, required
• Prior experience with application development, understanding architecture of systems, supporting or implementation of Oracle HCM or Oracle Financials, required
• Ability to establish medium and long-term plans, priorities, and estimate, preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to inspire and develop staff
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work off-hours as required to support deployments, resolve production problems or respond to corporate emergencies

About the Team

EEO Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.

Technical Difficulty Statement:

For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com

About the Company

Mission Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Benefits:

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with robust matching
• Employer paid Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
• State of the art Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
• Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program
• Commuter Benefits
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits

*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.