Sr. Client Success Specialist (Lifecycle Management/Cisco focus) - Remote Irvine, CA, United States

Sr. Client Success Specialist (Lifecycle Management/Cisco Focus) - Remote

The Life Cycle Management (LCM) Client Success Specialist role is an experienced professional who will enable Trace3 to improve our customer satisfaction, grow our Life Cycle Client Success practice and increase our profitability with various partners, including but not limited to Cisco Systems, by leveraging partner programs to enhance Trace3's overall profitability. The LCM Senior Client Success Specialist will report to the LCM Client Success Manager.

This role includes the development and execution of the Client Success business plan and customer software objectives, obtaining commitment from the functional leadership teams, such as sales, delivery, and support, and identifying additional resources to support Trace3 customers as needed. This role will also have accountability for overseeing overall operational readiness, leading operational improvements, and driving business development for new customer success offerings.

What You'll Do:

• Cultivate strong, positive relationships with key client stakeholders and account teams
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, understanding their needs and proactively addressing any concerns
• Lead the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition to Cisco software solutions
• Develop and execute comprehensive adoption strategies to maximize client utilization of software features and functionalities
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators related to software adoption
• Drive conversations with customers to demonstrate alignment between customer objectives and technology solutions purchased
• Align with Trace3 customers to develop a clear understanding of each customer's strategies and goals

Client Success Team Responsibilities:

• Research and stay up to date on strategic partner programs and initiatives
• Analyze data related to software usage and costs to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and optimize software licenses
• Stays current with industry and technical insights through consultation with the Customer Success community, peers, partners, and customer stakeholders
• Manage a repeatable and predictable process creating efficient and robust Customer Success plans for technology portfolios that drives business objective achievements
• Coach customer and account team to support customer adoption and active usage of products and services that are aligned to outcomes and objectives defined within agreed-upon customer success plans
• Facilitate additional resources as needed

General Partner Management & Development:

• Understand key initiatives of strategic partners and work to execute on the activities on a timely basis
• Communicate goals and objectives to the sales, solution architects, and functional business units
• Assist and lead in partner activities by demonstrating expertise in various areas
• Plan and execute initiatives to reach the target objectives with our strategic partners
• Assist in creating and distributing company internal communications
• Assist in managing external design resources
• Provide reporting to the LCM Client Success Manager and Management Team
• Perform additional requests as needed in support of the LCM Team

Qualifications & Interests:

• 5+ years minimum experience working directly with enterprise-level customers in the Cisco space
• Experience supporting and working within Cisco licensing models and Smart Accounts
• Cisco Customer Success Manager (DTCSM) required
• Excellent people leader and mentor, open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done
• Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs while cultivating an excellent customer experience
• Successful management of competing priorities and adapting to evolving circumstances in real-time
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, and partner portals
• Exceptional communication and writing skills
• Personable team player
• Ability and experience adapting to new processes and procedures
• Bachelor's Degree preferred

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range: $70,000 - $90,000 USD

The Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment:

At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.

As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

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