Sr. Manager, Renewals

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY

As the Information Company, our mission at OpenText is to create software solutions and deliver services that redefine the future of digital. Be part of a winning team that leads the way in Enterprise Information Management.

The Opportunity:
As a Sr. Manager of the Renewals team at OpenText, you will be responsible for leading a team of Renewal Account Representatives (RARs). The primary responsibility is to develop long-term relationships with existing customers, maintain a high renewal rate and consistent maintenance revenue. Independent operation of this team is essential to this position.
This individual will be expected to effectively and independently manage a team of RARs to ensure they meet quarterly revenue targets as well as delivering on individual and corporate financial and relationship goals. The role involves a focus on customer satisfaction and will require regular site visits working alongside Sales and Services to maintain a positive customer relationship.

What you will be doing:
* Successful operation of a strong renewal team to achieve targeted on-time renewal rate and revenue targets
* Support the Sales organizations with business analytics to aide in decision making process related to service contract negotiation
* Participate in customer contract negotiations to provide commercial support and address any Customer Support issues
* Work through escalated issues and liaise with a variety of internal teams including, Sales, Services and Finance to provide a route of escalation to resolve Customer Support issues
* Preparation and presentation of management reports
* Evaluate and propose system improvements to drive efficiencies and shorten the contract renewal process; lead or support implementation as required
* Identify areas for process or service improvements; contribute to creation of business requirements for resolution; lead or support implementation as required
* Create and drive the behavior on the team to maximize revenue growth initiatives
* Set the bar for outreach globally - expectations will be clearly established and managed by this individual
* Independently remove obstacles to perform at the highest level
* With minimal supervision, hire and develop the best talent to ensure team operates at the highest levels as measured by KPI's and corporate metrics

What does it take?
* 3-5 years' experience working directly with Software Renewals, with demonstrated experience in a leadership capacity
* Independent thinking requiring minimal supervision
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent working experience
* Exceptional communication both written and verbal, with the ability to listen and understand client needs and focus the content
* Familiarity with contract creation and execution in a Service Delivery environment and experience with contract terms and documents
* Ability to apply innovative approaches and initiative to increase productivity and work standards
* Strong desire in establishing and maintaining exceptional relationships with clients
* Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization skills are required

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