Customer Success Manager
17 days ago
Chicago
Job Description About the Role CADDi is transforming how manufacturers work. As a Customer Success Manager, you will own the end-to-end journey for our customers, from onboarding to value realization to expansion. This is not a typical CS role. CADDi’s CSMs act as strategists, operators, project managers, and change leaders. You will work alongside Sales, Solutions, Product, Engineering, and our Japan HQ to drive measurable customer impact and business growth. If you’re someone who thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and loves solving real operational problems with customers, this is the place to build your career. What You Will Do Own Customer Outcomes • Lead end-to-end onboarding, from environment setup to first value realization, • Train users and simplify technical concepts for engineers, buyers, and operations stakeholders, • Analyze customer workflows, usage, and KPIs to uncover opportunities for deeper adoption, • Partner with customers to build use-case roadmaps and deliver quantifiable impact, • Develop case studies with measurable operational and financial results, • Capture the voice of the customer (VOCs) to shape our roadmap, • Collaborate with Product and Engineering to improve features, workflows, and prioritization, • Your customers adopt CADDi deeply, renew consistently, and expand usage, • You uncover new use cases and help customers achieve measurable value, • You strengthen CADDi’s product through actionable feedback, • You build trust with customers and become their go-to partner Who You Are • Analytical, structured thinker with a bias for action, • Natural relationship builder who earns trust quickly, • Comfortable working cross-functionally and leading without authority, • Thrives in ambiguous, fast-moving environments, • Strong communicator who can simplify complex ideas for different audiences, • Curious, adaptable, and energized by solving real customer problems Real Indicators You Might Be a Fit • Experience in consulting, strategy & operations, BizOps, project management, rotational leadership development programs, or customer success, • Note: You do not need prior customer success experience, • Track record of managing projects, clients, or cross-functional initiatives, • Exposure to manufacturing, industrial operations, or SaaS environments, • Ability to break down messy problems into structured plans, • Passion for driving change and continuous improvement, • Willingness to work in-office 5 days a week and ability to travel up to 50% of the time Why Join CADDi’s Customer Success Team? These are real reasons our team members are passionate about this role: • End-to-end ownership of customer outcomes with a clear line of sight to impact, • “Project Management × Product × Change Leadership” in one role, • Ability to shape product direction and influence CADDi’s roadmap, • Work directly with engineering, sales, and operations to make ideas real, • Deep exposure to both US and non-US business cultures, • Drive real transformation in how manufacturers operate, • See value “come to life” on the shop floor, not just on slides, • Be part of a fast-growing team where high performers grow rapidly What you will get in return: • Competitive CSM salary in the Chicago market with company-paid healthcare benefits, 401k matching, generous time off, and work/life balance., • In-depth experience in various aspects of customer success, from onboarding to account management in a tech start-up environment here in Chicago., • Opportunity to contribute to developing and implementing a winning customer success strategy as a foundational member where you will put your stamp on the foundation of Customer Success at CADDi moving forward in the US., • Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and leaders within a growing startup environment where your voice will be heard., • The chance to directly impact customer satisfaction, retention, and business growth, helping multiple manufacturing businesses succeed and grow in the US., • On Target Earnings: $75,000 - $150,000 At CADDi, we're committed to creating a work environment that fosters your well-being and professional development. Here are some of the benefits you'll enjoy as part of our team: • Comprehensive Health Benefits: We provide 100% company-covered employee comprehensive health insurance, including medical (UnitedHealth), dental (Principal), and vision (VSP) to keep you and your family healthy., • Ownership & Rewards: Be a part of our success story with a competitive stock options plan., • Financial Security: Start saving for your future with our 401k plan, featuring a generous 4% company match starting on day one., • Generous Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with 15 days of paid time off, five dedicated sick days, and ten company holidays to celebrate throughout the year., • Thriving Culture: We foster a vibrant work environment with delicious company lunches, engaging events, and healthy drinks and snacks to keep you fueled. Celebrate your achievements with us at quarterly events and holiday gatherings., • Learning & Development: We invest in your growth by providing opportunities to join professional organizations, attend industry conferences, and participate in various learning initiatives. Ready to join a passionate team and make a real difference in the future of Manufacturing in the US? Apply today, and let’s talk.