The Senior Helpdesk Manager leads the unified Helpdesk (Service Desk, L1, L2, Monitoring) to deliver consistent, data-driven support across client accounts. It focuses on managing people, processes, and performance while driving upskilling initiatives and maintaining a Quality Management System for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
People & Operations:
? Oversee service desk operations, including call volume monitoring, capacity planning, team leadership, and scheduling to ensure effective 24/7 support coverage.
? Manage performance, quality, and workforce processes while aligning support channels, driving efficiency, and coaching team leads for operational excellence.
Process & Governance:
? Manage and maintain key IT service governance areas, including the Service Catalogue, escalation policies, and Change Control processes.
? Lead Problem Management through trend analysis, root cause investigations, and implementation of preventative measures.
Monitoring & Communications:
? Own Zabbix alert matrix; maintain Serv1/Sev2 templates and comms timelines.
? Publish weekly and monthly reports, chair weekly OPS review.
Data & Improvement:
? Use data to set realistic FCR and capacity; adjust staffing/training accordingly.
? Maintain skills matrix; deliver the training plans
What You'll Need
? 5+ years' proven experience in helpdesk managerial level in Retail/Pharmacy environment
? Experience in a managing multi-functional team
? ITIL Foundation or equivalent (non-negotiable)
? Hands on exp. with at least 3 of: GK POS, eSocket, Unisolv/ Pharmacy systems, windows &
? Vendor management & escalation with clear SLAs
? Azure AD/Intune/MECM, Citrix, basic SQL, Position
? Excellent written/verbal communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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