Leader, Renewals Specialist - Splunk (Remote)
About the role
The Splunk Renewals team is seeking a results-driven and collaborative leader to join our dynamic team. This individual will be responsible for leading the renewals function, driving customer retention, and scaling the renewals business.
Responsibilities
- Align regional revenue retention plans with organizational and corporate objectives.
- Lead change management initiatives across the region.
- Partner with cross-business leaders on strategic initiatives.
- Innovate to scale and transform the renewals business efficiently.
- Deliver accurate, detailed regional forecasts on a rolling four-quarter basis.
- Consistently meet or exceed quarterly and annual renewal rate targets and KPIs.
- Reduce churn quarter-over-quarter through proactive risk identification and mitigation using data, reports, and dashboards.
- Define, streamline, and implement internal business processes and operational guidelines.
- Engage openly with diverse viewpoints, presenting evidence-based opinions passionately.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to mitigate renewal risks via Unified Risk Management (URM) and Unified Engagement Model (UEM) frameworks.
- Collaborate with sales to develop long-term account management strategies.
- Partner with the Partner team to optimize renewal book execution.
- Hire, develop, and retain top renewal sales talent.
- Manage underperformance decisively and diplomatically.
- Make timely, thoughtful decisions and manage conflict effectively.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications include a demonstrated history of achieving targets and professional growth with 5+ years of relevant leadership experience. Preferred qualifications include laser-focused operational excellence, proven SaaS sales management experience, deep understanding of renewals sales metrics, and strong data-driven decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Qualifications
- Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, effective across diverse teams.
- Autonomous leader capable of managing and developing an autonomous team.
- Skilled in staff management, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work.
- Proficient with MS Office Suite and Salesforce.
Benefits
At Cisco, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short and long-term disability coverage.
- Basic life insurance.
Additional benefits include:
- Volunteer time off.
- Flexible vacation time off.
- Up to 80 hours of sick time off.
- Personal wellness days.
For quota-based sales roles, incentive compensation is typically split between quota and non-quota components, ranging from 0% to 125% of target based on performance.