Associate Manager, Operational Excellence Lead

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers such as Raid Glade Ziploc and more in virtually every country around the world. Together we are creating a better future for the planet for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Manager Operational Excellence Lead is a member of the End User Productivity (EUP) team. EUP is a global team that manages and delivers client solutions to meet current and future business needs ensuring value realization in the shortest possible timeframe. EUP oversees Microsoft 365 physical and virtual endpoints collaboration spaces end-user enablement and related services.

In this role you will be responsible for leading and optimizing IT operations within the EUP team managing intake of incoming work and resource time to ensure efficient service delivery. This role will require close collaboration with EUP team members and a partnership with Managed Service Providers to drive service this role you will also oversee financial coordination for vendor relationships ensuring accurate and timely invoice management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a newly formed Operational Pod team with a focus on delivering reliable efficient and accountable IT services across the EUP portfolio

• Perform ServiceNow ITSM ticket analysis review tickets create dashboards representing meaningful data drive accountability in ticket ownership and report trends to management

• Serve as the primary point of contact to manage client escalations on EUP services coordinating to bring the right team members together to solve the issue at hand

• Manage demand intake for IT services and resources within the EUP team

• Create outcomes with a focused approach aimed at improving end user experience

• Ensure effective coordination between vendors and internal finance teams to maintain accurate billing and timely payments

• Drive continuous measurable improvement in EUP operations processes. Have an eye for automation and integration opportunities.

• Meet with Managed Service Providers on a regular basis to review results define actions items as needed ensure objectives are met and drive continual service improvement

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOULL BRING

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science or a related technical discipline. Military experience considered in lieu of education requirement.

• 5 years of relevant work experience.

• 3 years of experience with ticket analysis investigation and reporting in an ITSM tool (ServiceNow Cherwell BMC Helix).

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated experience with ITIL processes particularly in Incident Problem and Demand Management

• 3 years of experience with a global enterprise-level Infrastructure & Operations service

• Proven ability leading cross-functional or pod-style teams

• Effective communicator able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Strong customer service skills with attention to detail and a sense of urgency

• Advanced in reporting and data analysis with the ability to extract insights and drive decisions

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills including evaluating data anticipating challenges and developing actionable plans with relevant stakeholders

• Experience in vendor and financial management at a corporate scale

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full time onsite in Racine WI

• Remote work available once a week for eligible employees

• This role is not eligible for relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnsons total compensation packages are at or above industry addition to salary total packages may include bonuses long-term incentives matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability job level and years of service. As a family company were committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans maternity/paternity/adoption leave flexible work arrangements vacation purchase options recreation and fitness centers childcare counseling services and more.

Inclusion & Diversity

Were a global business with people from every culture ethnicity race religion gender identity sexual orientation age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

Were committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract hire and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at Together

At SC Johnson we strive to create a positive inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race color religion gender marital status sexual orientation national origin ancestry age gender identity gender expression disability citizenship pregnancy veteran status membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

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