Account Manager

BirchStreet provides global enterprises with multiple locations a complete Procure-to-Pay business solution deploying a SaaS model using cloud technology. BirchStreet software focuses on improving business processes by automating eProcurement, AP Automation, Inventory Control, Recipe Management, Executive Dashboards, and Capital Budget Management modules. It was established in 2002 and headquartered in Newport Beach, California with offices in China, Singapore, India, and the UK. BirchStreet is now in hyper-growth with no signs of slowing down.The RoleThe BirchStreet Account Manager (AM) is responsible for the success of BirchStreet Systems (BSS) and the success of our major accounts. Account managers work directly with assigned clients to understand and be an expert on their use of BirchStreet and their business goals of achieving value from the platform. As a result, the AM functions as the Voice of the Customer within BirchStreet to translate, advocate, and advise internal stakeholders; as well as serving as the client’s primary point of contact with BSS. The role is focused on successful outcomes, business value achievement, critical thinking, risk/opportunity management, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to deliver solutions. Account Managers work closely with internal stakeholders, cross functional teams, and technical resources to achieve success across the customer lifecycle. This role will require the ability to facilitate the execution of business activities that take customers from newly signed contracts through implementation to satisfied customers operating at steady-state long term. Additionally, this role will have a special focus on increased adoption, client retention, and management of customer escalations. Success is measured by business outcomes, client satisfaction, and smooth system operation. This role will report to our VP of Account Management.ResponsibilitiesAct as an extension of the customer, being a proactive advocate within the organization and the corporate drive towards the accomplishment of their defined goals, objectives for adoption, KPIs, and potential product expansionDevelop and maintain strong relationships at project, internal sponsor and executive levelsDrive strategic goals, oversee technical and functional specifications, and generate and maintain detailed implementation plan in partnership with stakeholdersEstablish a trusted/strategic advisor relationship with each assigned customer team and drive continued & expanded use of our products and services to increase customer satisfaction and highest valueOrientation on providing help, support, best practice, and training: 50% should come from individual efforts and 50% by working through the deep bench of the BirchStreet professional teamsBe responsible for overall project SOWs and project property level agreementsManage and review program timelines, status, milestones and risksLead cross-functional global teams and associated implementation work streamsCoordinate activities across other areas that may impact the programProvide governance to monitor/drive stakeholder management and communicationsDevelop, prepare, and nurture customers for advocacy and reference-abilityWork to identify and/or develop upsell opportunitiesProgram manage account escalations with a solutions-oriented approachAccountable for developing Customer Success strategies aligning their core business strategies to our overarching corporate goals and directionWork with marketing to present relevant materials i.e.: case studies, white papers, ROI calculations, etc. that are relevant to the customer’s future goalsHelp define, design, and deploy customer standards and playbooks for success that would include specific strategies relevant to best practices, etc.Make sure that all pertinent information is reported back and documentation attached to the customer’s accountRequirements3-5 years of account management, customer success management, or program management experience with aptitude in a hospitality or technology setting. Exceptional ability to communicate and foster positive business relationshipsAbility to establish milestones and keep all team members on taskExcellent communication skills in English, both written and verbalWell-organized self-starter with an excellent work ethic, attention to detail, and a desire to learnOutstanding written and verbal communication/presentation skills to lead onsite or remote business engagementsStrong listening skills with the demonstrated ability to ask effective questions, dive deep, understand the customer’s business priorities and anticipate the customer’sAbility to discuss high-level technical concepts with non-technical stakeholdersSkilled at driving the deployment of hospitality software products or solutions to large and multifaceted global companiesGallagher's HR & Organizational effectiveness team provides expert guidance and hands-on support in HR, Recruiting, and Payroll to help organizations stay focused on achieving their strategic business goals.