Transfr

Director, Customer Success (West)

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
EdTech, Workforce Development, Virtual RealityIndustries

Director of Customer Success

Position Overview

Transfr is seeking a Director of Customer Success to guide and oversee Team Leads managing Customer Success Managers (CSMs) and/or Associate CSMs. This role is pivotal in shaping the customer journey, driving outcomes that support client impact and company growth. The Director will lead a growing team responsible for onboarding, supporting, and expanding relationships with Transfr’s customers. This is a strategic, high-visibility position focused on customer retention, satisfaction, and expansion, with a primary focus on effective people leadership, driving collective renewal targets, and delivering exceptional customer outcomes.

The Director reports into the Regional VP (RVP) of Customer Success, West.

Note: This role requires up to 50% travel. Candidates must be based in the Western US (including TX). Territory is subject to change based on Company needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the RVP to tailor and implement the customer success strategy to meet regional objectives on product adoption, churn reduction, and expansion opportunities.
  • Recruit, onboard, coach, and lead Team Leads, and teams of CSMs, and/or Associate CSMs to ensure they meet customer success targets related to retention, satisfaction, and business growth.
  • Manage on-time renewals and identify opportunities for upselling within the defined Team.
  • Establish clear performance metrics (e.g., NPS, CSAT, retention rates) and ensure regular reporting to executive leadership with actionable insights.
  • Segment customer base and tailor engagement strategies to meet diverse needs and maximize value, with particular attention to high-profile and strategic accounts.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to advocate for customer needs, including recommending product improvements or new features based on feedback.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in customer success or account management.
  • Minimum of 4 years of people management experience (preferred).
  • Exceptional prioritization and organizational capabilities to manage all aspects of a $10M+/- book of business.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple customer relationships simultaneously.
  • Technically adaptive with the capability to learn new solutions, features/functionality, and communicate them in a value-added way to customers.
  • Adept in identifying customer risks and proactively engaging customers to equip them with solutions.
  • Strong presentation, negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Proven track record of consistently exceeding objectives; self-motivated and driven by results.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Performance Metrics

  • Success of CSMs and/or Associate CSMs under their management.
  • Customer health and retention within the book of business of team members.
  • Revenue growth (through upsells and renewals) within the book of business of team members.
  • Team customer satisfaction, measured through PL Surveys, CSAT, and NPS scores.

Company Information

Transfr is on a mission to help create pathways to career success. Our immersive career exploration and training simulations empower learners and job seekers of all ages to find the right job for them and build the skills they need to enter (or reenter) the workforce or change careers — helping them improve their quality of life. Immersive VR experiences from Transfr have been shown in studies to deliver better learning gains than video tutorials, slide presentations, and other training methods. Learners also find Transfr experiences highly engaging and enjoyable. At Transfr, we believe the future starts with innovative workplace training and skills development. We’re building bridges between schools, workplaces, and governments to help improve training and job placement pipelines and create a better tomorrow, today.

Employment Type

  • FULL-TIME

Salary

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Location Type

  • [Location type information not provided]

What We Offer

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Skills

Customer Success Strategy
People Leadership
Customer Onboarding
Customer Support
Relationship Management
Customer Retention
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Expansion
Renewal Targets
VR Training
Workplace Training
Skills Development

Transfr

Provides VR-based career training solutions

About Transfr

Transfr provides immersive virtual reality (VR) training programs designed to enhance career training and workforce development. These programs simulate real-world job environments, allowing learners to gain practical experience and explore various career paths without needing to be physically present in a workplace. By collaborating with schools, businesses, and government agencies, Transfr ensures that its training solutions are accessible and tailored to meet the specific needs of different industries. Unlike traditional training methods, Transfr's VR approach offers hands-on experience in high-demand fields, helping learners acquire critical skills necessary for securing well-paying jobs. The company's goal is to bridge the gap between education and employment, ultimately contributing to a more skilled and adaptable workforce.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$85.7MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Consulting, VR & AR, EducationIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Flexible Schedule
Generous parental leave
401(k)
Health, Dental & Vision
Promote From Within
Company Outings
Company Equity
Paid Sick Days

Risks

Increased competition from VR training providers like Strivr and Mursion.
High costs and complexity in developing and maintaining VR simulations.
Dependence on partnerships with educational institutions and government agencies.

Differentiation

Transfr offers a unique VR apprenticeship model with personalized feedback for trainees.
The company focuses on high-demand fields without requiring a four-year degree.
Transfr partners with educational institutions, businesses, and government agencies for tailored training.

Upsides

Transfr ranks No. 106 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, showcasing rapid growth.
Named Best World-Changing Idea North America by Fast Company in 2024.
VR training market projected to grow at 18.2% CAGR from 2021 to 2028.

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