Workwave

VP of Customer Success

New York, New York, United States

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

Requirements

Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience in Customer Success within enterprise SaaS companies, with a minimum of 5 years in leadership positions. Demonstrated success in building and scaling Customer Success organizations from inception is required, along with deep knowledge of both high-touch Enterprise and tech-touch SMB models. Proficiency with Customer Success tools like Gainsight and CRMs such as Salesforce is necessary, as is a proven track record of enhancing and maintaining key CS metrics including GRR, NRR, churn, and NPS. Strong communication, executive presence, and customer relationship skills are essential, as is the ability to thrive in cross-functional environments and influence stakeholders at all levels. An analytical mindset focused on data-driven decision-making and robust leadership experience, particularly in people management and organizational change management, are crucial. A Bachelor's degree is required, with an MBA or related advanced degree being a plus. Willingness to travel up to 10-15% for customer and internal meetings is also expected.

Responsibilities

The VP of Customer Success will develop and execute the vision, strategy, and operational plan for a scalable and segmented Customer Success model, defining the customer journey for SMB, Enterprise, and Strategic accounts across the US, UK, and Australia. This role involves building and leading a high-performing global Customer Success Management (CSM) team aligned with WorkWave’s strategic growth goals. Responsibilities include creating customer onboarding, engagement, value realization, renewal, and expansion playbooks, implementing Customer Health Scoring and risk mitigation frameworks, and rolling out/operationalizing a Customer Success platform integrated with Salesforce and other tools. The VP will establish appropriate tech-touch and high-touch models with proper coverage and capacity planning, collaborate with Sales, Renewals, Professional Services, Support, Product, and Marketing to ensure end-to-end customer success, and lead the Executive Sponsorship program. Key SaaS CS metrics such as GRR, NRR, adoption, CLV, churn, and NPS will be owned and improved, supported by the establishment of data-driven dashboards, KPIs, and forecasting tools. The role also involves driving revenue expansion through value realization and partnership with Sales and Marketing on cross-sell and upsell strategies.

Skills

Customer Success Management
SaaS
Customer Retention
Customer Growth
Customer Satisfaction
Customer Journey Mapping
Onboarding
Customer Engagement
Value Realization
Renewals
Expansion Strategies
Customer Health Scoring
Risk Mitigation
Customer Success Platforms
Gainsight
Salesforce
Tech-touch Models
High-touch Models
Capacity Planning
Sales Collaboration
Professional Services Collaboration
Support Collaboration
Product Collaboration
Marketing Collaboration
Executive Sponsorship
Gross Retention Rate (GRR)
Net Revenue Retention (NRR)
Customer Lifetime Value (CLV)
Churn Reduction
Net Promoter Score (NPS)
KPI Development
Forecasting
Cross-sell Strategies
Upsell Strategies
Strategic Planning
Operational Planning
Team Leadership
Global Team Management

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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