Aras is a leading provider of digital thread solutions for product lifecycle management (PLM) and engineering AI. As one of the fastest growing PLM companies, our AI-native, low-code platform enables the rapid delivery of flexible solutions that connect teams across disciplines and functions to critical product data and agentic AI throughout the product lifecycle and extended value chain.
The world's largest manufacturers leverage Aras Innovator to manage complex product lifecycles, accelerate innovation, improve operational efficiency, and bring products to market faster. We collaborate with companies in some of the world's most innovative industries, including automotive, industrial equipment, aerospace and defense, high tech, and life sciences.
We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Partner Success Manager to drive the growth and success of our North America (NA) partner ecosystem while ensuring high levels of partner subscriber adoption and satisfaction. This dual-focus role involves overseeing Customer Success practices with Aras Value-Added Resellers (VARs) and orchestrate Aras subscription service teams to support the journey for channel subscribers. The ideal candidate will combine the ability to coach and manage VAR practices with Customer Success, leveraging both your technical and business acumen to drive growth, improve customer outcomes, and foster long-term relationships with Aras teams to support that success.
Key Responsibilities
Partner Management Customer Success Enablement
- Train and guide Aras VARs on Customer Success best practices, PLM best practices and successful Aras Innovator adoption using industry knowledge, Aras practices, and enterprise application expertise.
- Manage renewal objectives & strategy for partner accounts in close alignment with North America Global Alliances team.
- Guide joint partner planning for onboarding, implementation-to-go-live, upgrades, and other key Customer Journey milestones.
- Monitor/track partner KPIs, conduct quarterly reviews, and maintain compliance with partner agreements.
VAR Subscriber Adoption & Success
- Conduct regular health checks, benchmarks, and provide proactive support to partners managing their existing subscribers, including the creation of "get well" plans for at-risk subscribers.
- Facilitate partner subscriber escalations, ensuring that internal and external stakeholders are aligned, providing clear and concise updates, and driving resolution.
- Support partner subscriber renewal reports and identify opportunities for expansion, working closely with Partner Sales, Global Alliances, Customer Success and other teams to nurture growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with Aras Channel Sales, Product Management, Support, Cloud Services, and other teams to deliver a seamless experience for partners and subscribers.
This role will report to the Customer Success leader for North America and participate as an integral member of the Global Alliances team.
What we look for...
- Strong foundation in customer success, including hands-on experience managing customer relationships as an individual contributor Customer Success Manager.
- Experience working within a channel partner ecosystem is preferred.
- Experience leading or mentoring Customer Success teams, with the ability to develop, enable, and coach partner-based CSMs.
- Strong business and sales acumen, including experience supporting partner deal structures, expansion opportunities, and quarterly business reviews.
- Experience supporting or leading renewal negotiations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
- 5-7+ years of combined experience in channel management, sales, or service delivery roles within the SaaS or enterprise software space.
- Proven track record in both partner management and customer success, including experience in onboarding, training, and coaching.
- Strong sales experience, with a focus on driving expansion and renewal opportunities.
- Ability to manage complex escalations, guide technical solutions, and ensure successful subscriber adoption.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to drive initiatives independently.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% within North America.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the manufacturing industry or product lifecycle management (PLM) solutions.
- Knowledge of SaaS business models and recurring revenue drivers.
- Experience working with large, global enterprises, particularly in deploying and scaling PLM solutions.
- Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to navigate complex commercial and technical environments.
- Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce, Totango, and other CRM or sales management platforms.
***Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
We were recognized as a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Product Lifecycle Management for Discrete Manufacturers, Q3 2025. Feedback from our community has established Aras as a top ranked PLM vendor in online review services like G2 and Gartner Peer Insights.
With over 700 employees in 11 countries, we’re looking to add to our incredible team. If you’re passionate about helping develop next generation product innovation, we encourage you to apply!
Compensation for the role will be commensurate with experience. The total expected base salary range will be between $140,000-$165,000. This position is also bonus eligible.
- Flexible paid time off to recharge when you need it, plus company-paid holidays and a dedicated Global Wellness Day.
- A 401(k) plan with company match to help you invest in your future.
- Robust health coverage, including generous medical, dental, and vision insurance with high premium contributions and deductible reimbursement.
- Company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage for added peace of mind.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field
- 5+ years of combined experience in channel management, sales, or service delivery within SaaS or enterprise software
- Experience in partner management and customer success, including onboarding, training, and coaching
- Strong sales experience focused on expansion and renewal opportunities
- Ability to manage complex escalations, guide technical solutions, and ensure subscriber adoption
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and drive initiatives with ownership
- Willingness to travel up to 25% within North America
- Experience working within a channel partner ecosystem
- Experience leading or mentoring Customer Success teams
- Experience in manufacturing or product lifecycle management solutions
- Knowledge of SaaS business models and recurring revenue drivers
- Experience with large global enterprises deploying and scaling PLM solutions
- Strong financial and business acumen
- Familiarity with Salesforce, Totango, or other CRM and sales management platforms
What We Do
Aras provides the most powerful low-code platform with applications to design, build, and operate complex products. Its technology enables the rapid delivery of flexible, upgradeable solutions that build business resilience. Aras’ platform and product lifecycle management applications connect users in all disciplines and functions to critical product data and processes across the lifecycle and throughout the extended supply chain. Airbus, Audi, Denso, Honda, Kawasaki, Microsoft, Mitsubishi, and Nissan are using the platform to manage complex change and traceability. The Aras platform is also available in a SaaS offering that provides the same exact benefits while enabling organizations to reap the performance, availability, and scalability of the cloud.
