The Systems Engineer Manager (“Manager”) works as an integral part of the IT Operations Team to provide leadership and oversight to a dynamic Service Desk Team (“Team”), or portion thereof as defined by Sr. IT Leadership, that delivers top-notch customer service and support to Corporate Campus and Branch employees across multiple divisions of the Company. The Manager reports to the Sr. Systems Engineer Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Leads, manages, motivates, and mentors Team members to function as independent working units while contributing to the overall success of the Team
Monitors compliance with Service Desk processes and procedures and ensures adherence to Change Management policies
Provides technical direction to the Team to solve problems that require an increased level of troubleshooting discipline, technology acumen, and creativity
Provides oversight to the IT Service Management (ITSM) ticket assignment process, ensuring proper documentation, routing and escalation
Mentors and provides training opportunities for Team members
Effectively manages all facets of coverage and Team schedules, not limited to, but including agent availability, channel coverage, approving overtime, as well as vacation and personal time off
Collaborates with IT Leadership Team members to ensure proper forecasting of hardware and software needs
Assists with Executive-Level Support
Assists, as needed, with Support Requests submitted through established support channels
Actively participates in Acquisition and Greenfield-related projects (to include traveling to Branch Locations as part of the Information Technology Team)
Provides KPI and metrics reporting to the Sr. Manager
Education and Experience:
Undergraduate Degree or equivalent experience/training
Minimum of 10 years’ Call Center (or equivalent) experience preferred with a strong working knowledge of IT system fundamentals
Minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising and managing Projects and Teams preferred
Skills/Knowledge:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must:
Exhibit outstanding leadership capabilities, with ability to lead, train, develop, and motivate Team members
Display strong commitment to enhancing both internal and external customer focus as well as the ability to provide timely feedback related to customer service
Demonstrate ability to positively lead a team, in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Possess excellent verbal and written communication and skills
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively handle shifting priorities in a dynamic work environment
Actively participate on functional and cross-functional team projects
Be highly organized, motivated, and demonstrate the ability to think creatively and critically and problem solve as well as the ability to think outside of the box
Must have excellent analytical skills with proven ability to comprehend business requirements and translate into functional specifications
Must possess excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization as well as with vendors
Certificates and Licenses:
Valid driver's license required. Microsoft, CompTIA, and other IT-related certifications preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position has supervisory responsibility over the Service Desk Team, or a portion thereof as designated by Sr. IT Leadership, and its various functional sub-teams where applicable
Work Environment:
Indoor Office, Indoor Warehouse, and Outdoor Warehouse (yard) working environment
Occasional long periods of sitting and standing
Long periods of computer phone and technology utilization
Must be able to lift, carry, push or pull up to 25 lbs.
Position requires regular interaction with employees at all levels of the company
Travel requirement up to 25%
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Job Location: SRS Distribution - McKinney
7440 State Highway 121 McKinney, TX 75070-3104
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [email protected] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.
Should a Candidate be submitted to fill a position by a recruiting or staffing services agency (“Agency”), the Company has no obligation to pay the Agency any fee for submission, offer, placement or any service without a fully executed contract of service covering the engagement.Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience or training
- Minimum 10 years of call center or equivalent experience with strong knowledge of IT system fundamentals
- Minimum 3 years of experience supervising and managing projects and teams
- Valid driver's license
- Microsoft, CompTIA, or other IT-related certifications
- Ability to lead, train, develop, and motivate team members
- Excellent verbal, written, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into functional specifications
- Ability to travel to branch locations up to 25% of the time
SRS Distribution Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Variable compensation in sales and incentive programs for drivers create meaningful earnings upside beyond base pay. Top performers in sales report materially higher total compensation than base.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan and broad employee equity participation point to accessible ownership opportunities. A large distribution of equity value to thousands of employees underscores tangible upside beyond cash pay.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical and dental plan options, vision, HSA/FSA, and company‑paid life and disability indicate robust core coverage. Added supports like an EAP and virtual doctor care expand the health and wellbeing offering.
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What We Do
SRS Distribution is the fastest growing distributor of building products in the United States. Our talented team of industry experts focus all efforts on delivering the highest quality products and services to bring true value to every contractor. This commitment is evident in two exclusive SRS offerings developed with customers in mind: TopShield, our premium product line covering any roofing project end-to-end, and Roof Hub, our real-time project management tool that offers operational insights and updates on the go or from your desk. As a people-first company, SRS offers highly motivated and engaged employees a career path in an entrepreneurial inclusive culture where the corporate office works for the field and not the reverse. Not only does SRS care deeply about customers and employees, but also the communities in which we operate. Raise the Roof Foundation supports veterans and military families, disaster relief efforts and I local assistance for children and families in crisis. SRS is a private company led by a management team of industry veterans who understand the needs of the professional roofing contractor. SRS has grown rapidly through acquisition and the opening of multiple new locations since our February 2008 inception. SRS enjoys strong investor and banking relationships and a solid balance sheet to enable us to remain a high-growth company in the years ahead. SRS also aims to become the most attractive distribution partner to our many valued suppliers by forming collaborative relationships built on trust and friendship that date back many decades. SRS has a very narrow product focus with roofing making up almost 95% of sales. This focus allows us to enjoy a broader and deeper inventory of roofing products at each location than many of our competitor
