The IT Service Desk Service Manager is responsible for escalation handling within IT Service Desk Operations. All necessary activities to get the escalated topic solved are coordinated by Service Manager. He/she ensures that escalated topic is documented properly to fulfill reporting requirements. Further needed support units as well as management will be involved by him/her. Responsible for onboarding new or changed support to the ITSD.

Responsible for the escalation management regarding ITSD topics, incl. support of decision making, risk management and prioritization
Responsible for the management and coordination of service support dependencies and escalations.
Onboard new / changed support requirements to the ITSD, including appropriate Knowledge articles KA’s are created, and proven, suitable knowledge transfer has been made to the ITSD and that the appropriate 2nd / 3rd level Resolver groups are established and have a clear understanding of their responsibilities
Track and report on SLA / KPI performance of the ITSD for the service or services in the portfolio that this position is responsible for
Continuous process improvement of the support activities
Support to ensure appropriate reporting and notifications to regional key stakeholders and that key performance indicators are measured and reported
Lead and facilitate postmortem / deep dive investigations into high impact incidents, take ownership to drive root cause investigation, risk mitigation, and ensure a permanent resolution is executed
Communication with Application Owners in a courteous and professional manner
Resolution of complex incidents and incidents not only resolvable by SOP’s
Coordination with Resolver groups for complex issues or if an SLA breach is imminent

2+ years relevant work experience
5+ years of experience of ITIL Service Desk operations
Ability to interact with employees at all levels
Knowledge of escalation management and service desk operations
ITILv3 or v4 Foundation certification
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve technological problems
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills and a proven under-standing of IT business needs and knowledge of IT industry standard best practices
Excellent Microsoft Office Skills
Fluent in English language skills (verbal & written)
Strong understanding and openness for different cultures

Benefits:

Professional Development

We’re strong believers in continual training and development for our people. After all, your success is our success.

Work-life Balance

Our vacation and leave policies reflect our belief in proper work-life balance.

Working Internationally

See the world with DB Schenker! If you’re searching for an international challenge, we offer plenty of opportunities.

Medical healthcare package

Private medical healthcare offers various packages for you and your family.

Sport Card

Sport card gives you free access or discounts to many sport objects.

Life insurance

Life insurance for you and your family members.

Holiday Bonus

If you take a two week continuous holiday, you can apply for the special bonus.

Pension Program (PPE)

PPE is a chance for a bigger retirement. Company pays 3,5% of your salary to into your individual PPE account.

Annual Bonus

Depending on company results we offer you annual bonus.

Language Courses

We offer you a possibility to improve your language skills.

At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 76,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.

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