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1. Renewal Strategy and Management
• Own the end-to-end management of cloud subscription renewals for assigned accounts, including large or complex contracts.
.• Develop and execute renewal strategies to maximize retention rates and minimize churn.
• Ensure timely communication with Customers about upcoming renewals and contract terms.
2. Negotiation and Contract Management
• Lead renewal negotiations, ensuring alignment with customer needs and organizational goals.
• Navigate complex contract discussions, addressing pricing, discounts and terms to achieve win-win outcomes.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to resolve any contractual or billing disputes.
3. Customer Relationship Management
• Build and maintain trusted, long-term relationships with key stakeholders in assigned accounts.
• Act as a trusted advisor, understanding customer goals and aligning renewal terms with their business objectives.
• Address escalations and risks proactively to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
4. Upsell & Cross-Sell Opportunities
• Identify and drive upsell and cross-sell opportunities during the renewal process, collaborating with Sales and Customer Success teams.
• Leverage insights from customer interactions to recommend additional products or services.
5. Forecasting & Reporting
• Maintain accurate renewal forecasts and provide regular updates to leadership on renewal pipeline status.
• Track and report renewal KPIs, including retention/renewal rates, retention/renewal revenue and churn analysis.
6. Collaboration & Leadership
• Partner with Sales, Customer Success and Virtual Account Teams (VAT) to ensure seamless account coverage and alignment on strategy.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
7. Process Optimization
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve the renewal process.
• Share best practices and contribute to the development of renewal playbooks and frameworks.
Qualifications Experience
• 5+ years of experience in account management, customer success, sales or renewal management.
• Proven track record of negotiating and closing complex subscription contracts or the software or cloud industry.
• Experience working with enterprise customers is preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or a related field.
• MBA or equivalent is a plus
• Equivalent comparable experience. Skills and Competencies
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Deep understanding of cloud subscription models and SaaS technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly analytical, with the ability to forecast accurately & mitigate risks proactively.
• Proficiency in CRM tools (e.g. Harmony Quote, Gainsights etc.) and familiarity with renewal management platforms.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex accounts simultaneously.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Churn rate • Renewal Rate (%)
• Upsell and cross-sell revenue generated
• Accuracy of renewal forecasts What We Offer
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to lead strategic initiatives and grow within SAP
• Access to training programs to enhance negotiation, leadership and technical skills
• Competitive compensation and benefit package
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