Implementation Manager

Posted 19 Hours Ago
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2 Locations
Remote
3-5 Years Experience
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Logistics • Software • Transportation
The Role
As an Implementation Manager at FourKites, you will be responsible for driving and delivering professional services implementations for new and existing customers. You will lead web-based meetings and trainings, create project plans, manage implementation budgets, and ensure client satisfaction. The role requires strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and technical skills to set up clients for success from Sales to Customer Success.
Summary Generated by Built In

FourKites’ Global Implementation team has complete ownership driving and delivering our professional services implementation for new and existing customer. While being the customer's primary point of contact, you are responsible for managing all aspects of the implementation process across all teams and resources. This team puts technology, problem solving and project management skills to work in this highly consultative role. The Implementation process is one of the most critical phases in a client’s lifecycle. 

As an Implementation Manager with FourKites, you will have full ownership and accountability of customer satisfaction and on-time delivery throughout the Implementation phase, while maintaining responsibility for complete execution of the roll-out within the allotted implementation timeframe. You’ll own and manage complex implementations, facilitate strategic customer conversations, and collaborate cross-functionally to set up clients for success from Sales to Customer Success. All while achieving strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and technical skills. These skills, along with problem ownership, a proactive approach and professionalism, build and reinforce long term partnerships with FourKites’ Global 1000 clients.

  • Lead web-based kick-off meetings and customer trainings
  • Create and maintain project plans for each customer while also maintaining standardized documentation around internal and external processes
  • Create customized training packages to present in both web-based and onsite forums to train and clearly explain the benefits, best practices and functionalities of the FourKites solution
  • Lead weekly status calls with customers, discussing project status, best practices and progress to implementation complete
  • Configure the FourKites platform, to fit the client’s needs and requirements
  • Ensure all metrics within the Implementation page in Salesforce are accurate and up to date
  • Track and Manage Implementation Budget

FourKites’ Global Implementation team has complete ownership of new and existing customer relationships with regard to the management of the implementation of services. While being the customer's primary point of contact, you are responsible for managing all aspects of the implementation process across all teams and resources. This team puts technology, problem solving and project management skills to work in this highly consultative role. The Implementation process is one of the most critical phases in a client’s lifecycle.

Our Implementation team is driven, collaborative and solution oriented. They come from a variety of backgrounds, whether it's technology consulting at a Big 4 firm or managing projects at a SaaS startup, we run the gamut! They travel about 10-20% of the time, meeting with customers at critical points in the Implementation life cycle, without being a dedicated road warrior. The team is made up of animal lovers, coders, sports fans, world travelers and all-around awesome humans!

  • Ability to speak knowledgeably on all integration options available within implementation
  • 4 years of experience in software implementation or project management
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred 
  • Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize workload
  • Demonstrates a strong drive for efficiency, resolving problems and getting the work done in a timely, quality-focused manner

FourKites provides competitive compensation with stock options, outstanding benefits and a collaborative culture for all employees around the globe. To help you be your best, we have 5 global recharge days, in addition to standard holidays, and a hybrid, flexible approach to work. Parental leave for all parents, an annual wellness stipend and volunteer days also provide you with time and resources for self care and to care for others. Throughout the year, FourKites sets aside time during the workday to learn and celebrate diversity. And we're always listening for new ways to support everyone in and out of the office. 

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  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits start on first day of employment
  • 20 PTO days, 5 recharge days, 2 volunteer days 
  • Technology reimbursement
  • Annual Wellness Stipend 
  • Ongoing learning & development opportunities

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
615 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Using a proprietary algorithm to calculate shipment arrival times, we enable customers to lower operating costs, improve on-time performance, and strengthen end-customer relationships. FourKites covers all modes including ocean, rail, parcel and over-the-road. The platform is optimized for mobile and equipped with market-leading end-to-end security

Why Work With Us

Are you collaborative? Forward-thinking? Eager to solve complex challenges with creative solutions? Do you feel inspired seeing the tangible impact of your work? You’re in good company at FourKites. We love what we do, and we believe in empowering our employees to take ownership, take pride in their work, and have some fun in the process. Join us!

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FourKites Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Typical time on-site: Flexible
HQChicago, IL

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