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Customer Success Manager

Pocus exists to supercharge GTM teams. We make every rep a 10x seller. With Pocus, organizations can have fewer, better reps to drive increased pipeline and revenue.

How? We’ve created the world’s most powerful, AI-native prospecting platform.

Pocus influences nearly half a billion in pipeline per quarter for our customers. We’re trusted by high growth companies like Asana, Monday, Canva, and Miro where Pocus powers up to 50% of their pipeline and eliminates 10+ hrs of work per rep per week.

Pocus has hundreds of always-on AI agents doing the manual, tedious work of researching & prospecting so that reps can do what they do best: sell. With Pocus AI agents working for them, rep’s days are simplified. Reps get alerts when compelling events happen, account plans are generated by AI, and agents recommend who to reach out to with the next best action. We’re fortunate to be backed by First Round, Coatue, and execs like CEO Zoom, CPO Adobe, CRO OpenAI, who are helping us usher in this future of sales.

Our CS org has one goal: We transform GTM teams into best in class operators, creating repeatable top decile revenue performance and GTM efficiency. As a founding member of the Customer Success team, you’ll be at the forefront of our mission, working directly with customers in a highly consultative way to guide them through every step of the customer journey towards GTM excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to have outsized impact on our customers’ business as a trusted partner and expert.

The Pocus team is full of humble overachievers that like to move quickly (we call it shiperate), own our work, give customers superpowers, and create magic for our team… all while having a ton of fun. Join us on this next phase of growth!

Why this role

  • Be a founding member of the Customer Success team: You’ll build the foundation of Customer Success at Pocus for years to come.

  • Create tangible impact for customers with a product they love: You’ll drive value and get to know our customers across all levels - from our end users who rely on Pocus to uncover new revenue opportunities, to senior leaders that rely on Pocus to orchestrate their entire go-to-market engine. Customers love our product and have referred to Pocus as the “answer to all of their prayers.”

  • Learn more in 1 week at Pocus than 1 year at another company: We do more with less — we’re able to ship what other teams with 10x of the resources do in 1/10th of the time. We consistently get feedback that our responsiveness and velocity set us apart as our customers’ favorite vendor.

  • Meaningfully shape our product: We’re extremely customer-centric at Pocus. You’ll be the eyes and ears for all customer needs and work with the co-founders and Head of Product to inform our roadmap.

  • Join an incredible team at a magical time: We’re at the beginning stages of explosive growth. Join a passionate, scrappy, and no-ego team of builders that will inspire you and make you laugh every day.

What you’ll do

Operate as a business-impact obsessed consultant to our enterprise customers and the accountable owner for their success with Pocus

  • Develop and execute strategic action plans for each account to ensure customers’ success throughout the customer journey

  • Own the relationship with a cross-functional team of our customers’ senior leaders across Sales, RevOps, and Data, and be a trusted advisor on their strategic priorities as it relates to Pocus

  • Map customer’s business priorities to solutions in Pocus. Be prescriptive and highly consultative in with customers on how we will drive their success.

  • Audit the business impact of the customer’s Pocus program and run business review workshops, offering insightful GTM advice for driving increased revenue impact across the customer’s GTM organization

  • Proactively identify customers who aren’t maximizing their usage, subsequently creating and executing improvement plans

  • Build & communicates a quantified value story. Analyze success data and develop an impactful value narrative for the customer executive team

Drive adoption directly and indirectly by managing the customer to effective change

  • Owns the project management of activities (ours and the customer’s) and actions to drive adoption

  • Develop SME programs to create power users and influencers ready to champion and enable others in the business

  • Prescribe incentive programs and reinforcement mechanisms to drive adoption and make sure Pocus is embedded in core GTM processes

  • Ensure the customer has the right training and enablement assets available to their reps

  • Identify potential power users, low adopters and bubble up to program leadership for action

  • Educate users with product enablement & training

Own customer renewal and expansion:

  • Work closely with business stakeholders and executive leadership to craft a value narrative to maintain and expand our footprint with the customer’s business

  • Completely own the renewal process, while working closely with our sales team to identify strategic areas of expansion

Build customer success and be the voice of the customer:

  • Translate learnings from past experiences and time at Pocus to iterate and improve on all parts of CS at Pocus, including customer journey, rituals, and processes

  • Collaborate and provide input on high-priority strategic initiatives that enable better support of our customers, including customer marketing, new product launches, customer service levels, and more

  • Constantly capture and synthesize product feedback from our customers to provide datapoints to our Head of Product on product roadmap

Who you are:

As a small and early stage start-up, alignment on culture and values is our #1 priority. People that are successful at Pocus, regardless of role, strongly identify with the following:

  1. You are a humble over-achiever. You’re constantly asking for and excited about feedback that helps you learn and grow.

  2. You don’t take yourself too seriously. You like to work hard but not without plenty of smiles and laughs along the way 🙂

  3. You are delusionally optimistic. Big challenges and projects excite and motivate you.

  4. You have exceptional integrity and always do the right thing, even if and especially when no one else is watching.

  5. You are a problem solver, not a problem identifier. Your first reaction when encountering something that isn’t working is to think “What can I do to make this better?”

  6. You strive to perfectly balance individual initiative with humility and collaboration, understanding when it is better to ask for help and when it is better to solve a problem independently.

  7. You move with a self-imposed sense of urgency. You strive to constantly find the perfect balance between speed and quality and you understand when to make that tradeoff.

  8. You have a high bar for quality and you honor your commitments.

  9. You are excited about building foundations and you love learning new things as part of that. You have a bias towards documentation and writing things down.

  10. You are excited about working in an early stage, high-growth, fast paced environment where you can have meaningful ownership and impact on the business, and understand that that is a significant commitment

If the above resonates, here are the job related qualifications that we’re looking for:

  • 5+ years of Account Management or Customer Success experience in a Enterprise B2B SaaS role, managing customer relationships with 6-figure contracts at global enterprise organizations of 1,000-10,000 people

  • Experience partnering with a cross-functional set of senior (Director+) stakeholders in enterprise organizations: influencing indirectly through champions, org mapping, and multi-threading complex organizational matrices to ensure successful product deployments and renewals

  • Experience working with and effectively collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders in go-to-market, data, and operations

  • Strong business acumen - you think business outcomes first, and can connect product adoption to business value

  • Experience managing complex programs and initiatives, spanning hundreds of users, and many teams to quantifiable success

  • You know how to communicate effectively to drive impact, across all forms (docs, emails, Slack messages, Powerpoint presentations) and at all levels (from AE to CRO).

  • You’re a top performer, and can prove it. You have a track record of success with your customers

  • Nice to have:

    • Deep understanding of typical SaaS go-to-market motions and Sales strategies

    • Experience in a Sales org as BDR/SDR, AE or AM

    • Familiarity supporting GTM teams in previous roles

    • Familiarity with or excitement around learning product-led-sales

    • Passion for data products and especially the potential for products to unlock new capabilities by empowering non-technical users with data

Compensation & Benefits
This role has the following on-target-earnings (OTE) target: $140,000 to $190,000. Compensation also includes equity and numerous perks and benefits (listed below).

Job level and actual compensation will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process (including skills and prior relevant experience, potential impact, and scope of role) and market demands. The listed range is a guideline, and the range for this role may be modified.

Perks and benefits:

  • Best in class medical, dental, and vision plans through our PEO

  • A monthly wellness stipend to help support you in your health goals

  • 401K through Guideline to help you invest in your future

  • Access to mentorship programs through First Round Capital for personal growth and development

  • 10 company holidays and discretionary vacation with a baseline requirement of 2 weeks / year. We work hard but don’t want you to burn out!

  • Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment

Sound like a good fit? We received thousands of applications to our last posting and unfortunately it's impossible for me to carefully review them all. If you're still reading this and want to ensure your application is read, send an email to jared@pocus.com and arjun@pocus.com with "Customer Success App" in the subject line and tell me why you are excited to be part of the team. I look forward to meeting you!

DE&I: At Pocus, we’re looking for people who are humble overachievers with an ownership mentality and a love for building. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply, even if your skills don’t perfectly match our job descriptions (especially if you’re making a career change or are insanely passionate about AI and the next wave of sales intelligence!). At Pocus, we welcome your diverse backgrounds and celebrate different perspectives that challenge the status quo. We will never discriminate on the basis of religion, color, gender identity, disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

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What You Should Know About Customer Success Manager, Pocus

Are you ready to step into an essential role as a Customer Success Manager at Pocus in New York City? Here at Pocus, we’re transforming the way go-to-market (GTM) teams operate with our cutting-edge AI-native prospecting platform. If you’re passionate about helping customers succeed, this position offers the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact while working closely with high-growth companies like Asana and Canva. You will be a founding member of our Customer Success team, where you'll collaborate with diverse clients to strategize and guide them through their journey with Pocus. It’s about becoming a trusted advisor, identifying their unique business needs, and aligning our powerful platform to unlock new revenue opportunities. Think of yourself as a business consultant, crafting individualized action plans that foster customer engagement and satisfaction. With Pocus, you’ll ensure that customers maximize their investment in our product while creating compelling value narratives that resonate with executive teams. The culture here is lively, innovative, and full of humble overachievers who love building and having fun along the way. By joining us, you’ll not only play a vital role in shaping our customer success strategy but also be part of a team passionate about turning ambitious visions into reality. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive, and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it’s your chance to grow alongside a groundbreaking company where your efforts truly make a difference!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Customer Success Manager Role at Pocus
What are the primary responsibilities of a Customer Success Manager at Pocus?

As a Customer Success Manager at Pocus, your primary responsibilities include developing and executing strategic action plans for each client, ensuring their success throughout the customer journey, and managing relationships with senior leaders across various functions. You will be a consultant, analyzing business impacts and providing insights to drive revenue growth. Your role is crucial in building customer loyalty and ensuring that clients achieve their desired outcomes with our platform.

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What qualifications do I need to become a Customer Success Manager at Pocus?

To qualify for the Customer Success Manager role at Pocus, a minimum of 5 years of experience in Account Management or Customer Success in an Enterprise B2B SaaS environment is required. Proven ability to manage large accounts with significant contracts, experience interacting with senior stakeholders, and strong business acumen are essential. Familiarity with SaaS go-to-market strategies is a plus.

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How does Pocus ensure customer success?

Pocus fosters customer success through personalized engagement, proactive support, and strategic planning. As a Customer Success Manager, you will audit customers' use of our platform, offer tailored advice, and implement improvement plans to maximize their experience. This hands-on approach ensures clients' needs are met and encourages long-term partnerships that enable growth.

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What kind of growth opportunities are available for a Customer Success Manager at Pocus?

At Pocus, there are extensive growth opportunities for a Customer Success Manager. You’ll have the chance to shape customer success processes, provide input on product development, and develop your skills in a high-energy environment. Working alongside top industry leaders, you'll gain invaluable experience that could enhance your career trajectory in the tech industry.

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What is the company culture like at Pocus?

Pocus prides itself on a vibrant company culture that values humility, collaboration, and innovation. Our team consists of overachievers who appreciate a fun atmosphere while being committed to excellence. We celebrate diverse perspectives and foster a space where insights and creativity flourish, making it an exciting place for anyone passionate about driving customer success.

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Common Interview Questions for Customer Success Manager
Can you explain your approach to managing customer relationships?

When managing customer relationships, I believe in a consultative approach where understanding the customer's needs comes first. I focus on listening effectively, providing tailored strategic advice, and maintaining open lines of communication to foster trust and rapport.

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How would you handle a situation where a customer is dissatisfied?

In a case of customer dissatisfaction, I would first empathize and acknowledge their concerns. Then, I would work to understand the specific issues they face and collaboratively formulate a plan to address them, ensuring they feel valued and supported throughout the process.

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What strategies do you use to ensure customer engagement with SaaS products?

I employ a mix of personalized enablement sessions and ongoing training to improve customer engagement. By continuously educating users on Pocus and adapted usage based on their evolving needs, I enhance their experience and enhance overall product adoption.

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How do you measure the success of your customer accounts?

I measure account success through key performance indicators such as product adoption rates, customer satisfaction scores, and revenue impacts. Regular business review workshops help to analyze these metrics, providing an opportunity to identify areas for improvement and collaboration.

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What tools or software do you prefer for managing customer accounts?

I typically utilize CRM tools like Salesforce along with data analytics platforms to track engagement, monitor customer progress, and communicate effectively with clients. These tools allow me to streamline processes, gather insights, and gain a comprehensive view of customer interactions.

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Describe a time you turned a dissatisfied customer into a satisfied one.

In a previous role, I encountered a client unhappy with the product's performance. I initiated a meeting to listen to their concerns and worked closely with my technical team to address specific issues. By personalizing their experience and providing consistent follow-up, we restored their confidence in our product, leading to renewals and upsells.

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How do you stay informed about industry trends?

I stay informed by subscribing to industry newsletters, attending webinars, and engaging with professional networks and forums. This continuous learning helps me to bring informed insights to Pocus and offer clients cutting-edge strategies that align with market trends.

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What is your experience with project management in customer success?

I have managed multiple customer success initiatives, leading cross-functional teams toward targeted outcomes. I utilize project management methodologies to ensure tasks are effectively tracked, deadlines are met, and stakeholders are engaged throughout the project.

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In your opinion, what is the most important quality for a Customer Success Manager?

The most important quality for a Customer Success Manager is the ability to empathize with customers, understanding their unique challenges and needs. This fosters deeper relationships, leading to better outcomes and customer loyalty.

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How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple customer accounts?

I prioritize tasks based on customer needs, project timelines, and business impact. Utilizing task management tools helps me to remain organized and flexible, ensuring I address the most pressing issues first while maintaining consistent communication with each account.

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