Service Delivery Manager
Accenture - Chicago, IL
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The Service Delivery Manager is responsible for one program site location with daily supervision of Team Leads and a team (e.g. delivery, process of direct reports). Key Responsibilities: + Manage workload of the onsite operation, may make work assignments and have responsibility for developing Team Leads and other direct reports + May be the escalation point for issue resolution, personnel matters, operation management and communications with internal and external stakeholders + Manage effective internal and external client relationships, reporting and deliverables to the Account Manager, and additional administrative oversight (i.e. financial management processes and reporting duties) + Exercise consistent judgment and discretion with work directly related to management policies and the general operations of the business + Lead delivery governance, performance reviews, and escalation management + Act as senior escalation point for delivery and execution related risks + Partner with client and account stakeholders based in the US to align priorities and expectations + Represent delivery leadership in client governance forums and reviews + Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders + Oversee delivery execution across multiple offshore locations and time zones + Align onshore expectations with offshore delivery outcomes + Support transitions, ramp ups, and onboarding of new work + Oversee delivery financials including revenue, cost, and productivity + Support commercial and delivery model discussions including production hours initiatives + Support near term and pipeline growth in priority areas such as Gemini + Drive operational readiness for new and expanding programs + Collaborate with cross service group teams on transformation initiatives + Enable process, tooling, and delivery model improvements + Provide leadership to delivery leads and managers across regions + Build leadership bench strength and succession plans + Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance Basic Qualifications: + Minimum 4 yearsu2019 experience in delivery operations + Minimum 3 yearsu2019 experience managing and/or developing teams Preferred Qualifications: + Network operations experience + Bacheloru2019s Degree + Extensive experience leading large scale global delivery operations + Proven experience managing senior clients and internal stakeholders + Strong financial acumen across revenue, cost, and delivery performance + Experience managing delivery across multiple geographies and time zones + Proficient in MS Office, Google Suite Experience with social media, content moderation + Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills + Mature and trustworthy, with an understanding of and appreciation for the importance of confidentiality + Self-starter able to complete work and meet deadlines with little to no oversight + Experience operating within large and complex client portfolios + Exposure to evolving commercial models and delivery constructs + Experience driving operational transformation initiatives Professional Skills: + Delivery leadership and execution discipline + Client relationship and stakeholder management + Strong judgment and problem-solving skills + Financial awareness and commercial acumen + Ability to operate effectively in highly complex environments Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 02/05/2026 and open for at least 5 days. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. 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Created: 2026-02-06