Job Summary
The Client Success Manager (CSM) role is pivotal as the primary contact and trusted advisor able to partner with prospects and clients to identify innovative solutions to meet business objectives and goals. The CSM acts as an advocate for their business objectives, able to help them with IT challenges so they can achieve their desired goals. The CSM ensures our clients receive personal attention, support, and are provided with a positive client experience. They are the face of Premier One and support Premier One's strategic goals.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities
Serve as the lead point of contact and client advocate for assigned client accounts
Develop trusted advisor relationships with key accounts and customer stakeholders
Develop understanding of client business objectives, IT priorities, and initiatives
Schedule and meet regularly with assigned clients
Maintain client contracts in coordination with supervisor
Construct, review, and present all SOW, project SOW, and product/service proposals
Provide internal feedback on how to better service our clients
Coordinate with team resources to provide a positive client experience
Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer needs and objectives
Develop new business with existing clients and identify areas of improvement
Proactively manage day-to-day client needs, reporting progress to managers, and identifying new business opportunities across the client's full range of operations
Assist with challenging client request or issues escalations as needed
Effectively advise and convey technical ideas, issues, and solutions to a technical and non-technical audience
Some travel required as necessary for client support
Primary Systems: ConnectWise, Managed Workplace, BrightGauge, Office 365, ScreenConnect, QuoteWerks, Microsoft Server, Active Directory General Responsibilities
Provide superior client service by resolving problems efficiently and responding quickly
Ability to work independently and in team settings
Ability to work efficiently with attention to details and quality of work produced
Ability to work with myriad of personality types in a congenial and respectful manner
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with staff, clients, and the community
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships across all levels of Premier One's staff and clients
Ability to effectively work in a high pressure, fast-paced environment and be held accountable for results
Ability to organize, multi-task, plan and set priorities with minimal supervision
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations or information with poise, tact and diplomacy
Maintain an attitude of confidence, enthusiasm, and positivity Education, Skills, and Experience
3 years of experience managing client relationships in a professional technical environment
Experience developing, selling, and delivering subscription-based services and software
Experience in a consulting role able to influence and collaborate with executive and C-level decision makers
Experience with technical writing and documentation
Experience in leading business transformation initiatives with the potential to impart business outcomes
Experience in preparing and negotiating recurring revenue contracts
Excellent data, analytics, and insight skills - a strategic thinker with ability to translate into action
Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to develop positive relationships with coworkers, clients and vendors
Excellent customer service skills with internal and external customers - in person and on the telephone Key Performance Indicators
Client Satisfaction - 95% or greater score in annual client satisfaction survey for assigned clients
Conduct quarterly call or in-person meeting with each assigned client to discuss technology roadmap, verify project progress, and find ways to improve service.
Client Retention - Lose zero clients due to negligence, poor performance, or lack of communication on behalf of Premier One Physical Requirements
Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Hearing and visual acuity within normal range
Ability to communicate clearly and quickly on the phone and via video conference.
Manual dexterity to operate keyboard, calculator, and telephone
Ability to read computer screens, email, and written documentation
Bending, kneeling, stooping, and walking may be required to carry out job responsibilities
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee(s) holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.