Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Help Desk Analyst
Location : Des Moines, IA
Join Loffredo Fresh Foods as an Help Desk Analyst based out of our Des Moines Headquarters. We are a local, family-owned food and produce distributor that has proudly served the Midwest region for over 130 years. We distribute to 11 different states across our 6 locations. Loffredo Fresh Foods believes that our employees are the key to a successful future. We are committed to attracting a team that is passionate, innovative, and committed to meeting our customer’s needs.
The Help Desk Analyst is responsible for providing help desk support, assisting with network and hardware troubleshooting, and improving IT service delivery across the organization. This role also contributing to cybersecurity efforts and participating in IT projects. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional customer service skills and have a strong foundation in enterprise systems support, help desk operations, and networking.
Pay : $55,000 - $60,000 Depending on Experience
What We Look For :
- Education in a related field (e.g. IT, Computer Science, MIS) or 2+ years of experience in an IT Help Desk or Technical Support role
- Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service, with a focus on resolving technical issues efficiently while maintaining a positive user experience
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, and Office 365
- Experience with help desk support and ticketing systems
- Experience with network troubleshooting (e.g., LAN / WAN, switches, IP configuration)
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and compliance basics
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze issues and implement effective solutions
- Strong communication and training abilities for both technical and non-technical users
- Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Visual Produce) and WMS / TMS platforms preferred
What You’ll Do :
Act as the initial point of contact for all help desk requests, ensuring issues are addressed promptly or escalated to the appropriate team when neededOversee help desk ticket resolution, ensuring prompt follow-up and a positive user experience throughout the processSupport enterprise systems (ERP, WMS, and TMS), ensuring performance, availability, and reliabilityTroubleshoot and resolve network and connectivity issuesSupport and maintain Microsoft 365 tools, including automating business processes using Power Automate and creating workflows with Microsoft FormsTrack, prioritize, and resolve IT service requests through the helpdesk ticketing systemPrepare KPI reporting for IT and other departmentsAssist with managing relationships with IT vendors and service providers including weekly status updatesIdentify recurring issues or user difficulties and recommend solutions, process improvements, or system enhancementsCollaborate with stakeholders to ensure IT systems align with business processesSupport cybersecurity and compliance efforts, including account access reviews and security alerts, and senior management reportingCreate and maintain IT documentation, policies, SOPs, user guides, and training materialsProvide end user trainingParticipate in a rotating on-call schedule to support after-hours critical issuesWhat You’ll Gain as a Loffredo Team Member :
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment401k with company match available following 6 months of employmentAdditional voluntary insurance such as basic / supplemental life and disabilityPaid time off & Paid holidaysBi-Weekly Pay or the option to enroll in Daily Pay for immediate access to earned wagesRegular and constructive performance feedbackHealthy, fresh produce you can take home to your family through our generous employee purchase program