POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a dynamic and customer-focused Customer Success Manager (Contract) to manage and grow relationships with our key accounts. This remote contract role is based in Europe and primarily supports European territory accounts. The ideal candidate will be proactive, data-driven, and skilled at both relationship management and strategic account planning, with the ability to ensure customers derive maximum value from our solutions while identifying opportunities for account expansion and revenue growth.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring a seamless customer journey.
- Drive customer engagement, adoption, and retention through proactive outreach and strategic touchpoints.
- Develop a deep understanding of each customer's business objectives and align our solutions to their needs.
- Monitor customer health scores and usage data to anticipate risks and opportunities.
- Conduct regular business reviews to showcase value, collect feedback, and identify areas for optimization.
- Partner cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Support teams to advocate for customer needs.
- Own and manage renewals, upsells, and account growth strategies to maximize customer lifetime value.
- Maintain accurate records, renewal forecasts, and pipeline management in CRM (e.g., HubSpot).
ABOUT RESEARCH SOLUTIONS
Research Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ: RSSS) is a holding company providing software and AI solutions for enterprise R&D teams and academic institutions. Through proprietary data, integrated workflows, and access infrastructure, the company gives modern researchers and their AI systems the infrastructure to find, trust, and act on scientific research faster. For more information, visit www.researchsolutions.com.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Must-Have
- 5+ years of experience in Customer Success, Account Management, or Account Executive role within a SaaS or technology-driven environment.
- Proven track record of managing customer relationships, renewals, and account growth.
- Strong consultative selling, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to analyze customer data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in managing multiple accounts.
- Experience with CRM and customer success platforms (e.g., Gainsight, HubSpot, Salesforce).
- Proficiency in English is required.
Nice-to-Have
- Experience working with enterprise customers and navigating complex organizational structures.
- Additional European language skills.
Working Conditions
- Remote work environment.
- Occasional travel may be required for business engagements and industry events.
