Workwave

Director, Renewals

United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, with an MBA or advanced degree being a plus. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in SaaS renewals, account management, or customer success is required, including 3-5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing renewals or customer retention. Deep expertise in SaaS financial metrics such as ARR, GRR, NRR, churn, CAC, and CLTV is essential, along with proven success in managing high-volume renewal motions for both tech-touch (SMB) and high-touch (Enterprise) accounts. Experience in building or transforming a renewals function within a high-growth SaaS environment, strong proficiency in systems like Salesforce, Gainsight, and CPQ tools, and renewal forecasting platforms are necessary. Advanced negotiation, influence, and executive communication skills, an analytical mindset with fluency in forecasting and pipeline analytics, and a willingness to travel up to 10-15% are also required. Proximity to the Holmdel, NJ headquarters is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Director of Renewals will be responsible for building, leading, and scaling a world-class renewals organization to own and optimize the global renewals motion across WorkWave's software product lines, driving customer retention and maximizing recurring revenue. This role involves defining and executing a comprehensive global renewals strategy, building and scaling a centralized Renewals team, and segmenting renewals motions for different account types. Key responsibilities include partnering with Sales and Customer Success leadership, designing and implementing standardized processes for the full renewals lifecycle, establishing operational cadences for forecasting and performance reviews, and collaborating with Revenue Operations and Systems teams on automation. The Director will own forecasting accuracy for renewals and associated KPIs, provide executive-level reporting on renewal performance, and partner with Finance on revenue recognition. Additionally, they will collaborate with Customer Success to identify risk, work cross-functionally with Legal and Finance to optimize contracts, and represent the customer's voice in strategic planning. The role also includes recruiting, onboarding, and coaching high-performing renewal professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, and developing training programs and career paths for team growth.

Skills

Renewals Strategy
Customer Retention
Churn Reduction
Recurring Revenue Maximization
Sales
Customer Success
Finance
Legal
Forecasting
Pipeline Management
Contract Negotiation
Revenue Operations
Process Improvement
Automation

Workwave

Software solutions for field service management

About Workwave

WorkWave specializes in software solutions for field service management, catering to businesses that provide services at customer locations, such as pest control, lawn care, and HVAC. Its suite of products includes tools for scheduling, dispatching, customer relationship management (CRM), billing, and mobile workforce management, all designed to automate processes and enhance operational efficiency. WorkWave operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to customize their software access based on their needs and scale as their business grows. Additionally, the company offers specialized services for private equity investors, providing support and resources to optimize investments in the field service sector. WorkWave's goal is to continuously improve its offerings and ensure clients have access to the latest technologies while fostering a remote-first work environment for its employees.

Holmdel Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
1984Year Founded
$8.1MTotal Funding
SEEDCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Mental Health Support
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Sick Leave

Risks

Increased competition from FieldEdge, Housecall Pro, and ServiceTitan threatens market share.
TEAM Software acquisition may pose integration challenges and distract from core operations.
Economic uncertainty could lead businesses to cut back on software investments.

Differentiation

WorkWave offers AI-driven route optimization, unique in the green industry.
The company provides flexible financing options through partnerships with Wisetack and YouLend.
WorkWave's PestPac platform is modernized and internationally accessible, enhancing global reach.

Upsides

WorkWave's software bookings increased by 34% in Q3 year over year.
The company saw a 66% increase in new customers compared to Q3 2022.
WorkWave's strategic partnerships enhance customer satisfaction and sales potential.

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