Francesco Cilluffo
@francescocilluffo
Senior Customer Success Manager with a focus on client retention.
What I'm looking for
I am a Senior Customer Success Manager with over 10 years of experience in account management, onboarding, and customer retention across diverse industries, including IT, consulting, and pharmaceuticals. I have a proven ability to manage high-value accounts, achieving a 94% customer retention rate in 2024, exceeding the company benchmark of 92%. My expertise lies in integrating customer feedback into product roadmaps and building long-term client relationships to ensure product success.
Throughout my career, I have identified growth opportunities for SaaS and on-premise solutions, increasing Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) by 10% between 2022 and 2024. I am passionate about customer advocacy, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration, which drives business success and operational efficiency. My commitment to customer satisfaction is reinforced through initiatives like NPS surveys and Quarterly Business Reviews, aligning customer objectives with success strategies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Customer Success Manager
Clarivate Analytics
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
As a Senior Customer Success Manager, I achieved a 94% customer retention rate in 2024, exceeding benchmarks through proactive engagement strategies. Managed high-value accounts with a total ARR exceeding $15M, focusing on customer satisfaction and revenue growth.
Customer Success Manager
CA Technologies
Jul 2016 - Jul 2019 (3 years)
Drove the adoption of CA Enterprise Software Solutions for SMEs, maintaining a 95% contract renewal rate. Cultivated strong relationships with clients and partners, ensuring alignment with their objectives and enhancing customer loyalty.
Project Manager
ELC Group
Feb 2015 - Sep 2015 (7 months)
Reviewed Patient Information Leaflets for regulatory compliance and developed comprehensive Outcome Reports. Maintained effective communication with clients to ensure project success.
Senior Debt Collector
CBR
Jun 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year)
Managed payment follow-ups and provided cash receipt projections to support financial planning. Investigated delayed payments and implemented solutions for timely collections.
Sales Manager
Il Droghiere
Sep 2011 - Feb 2013 (1 year 5 months)
Generated and qualified new leads to drive business growth. Managed customer relationships to ensure high retention rates and optimized sales performance.
Service Coordinator / Change Manager
IBM
May 2009 - Jun 2011 (2 years 1 month)
Managed APAR-related deliverables and developed annual installation plans. Created Change Requests and collaborated with project managers to enhance service quality.
Customer Service Team Leader
IBM
Mar 2008 - May 2009 (1 year 2 months)
Managed escalated customer support calls and ensured SLA compliance. Assisted in team growth through recruitment and performance monitoring.
Customer Service Representative
IBM
Sep 2006 - Feb 2008 (1 year 5 months)
Provided first-level technical support and managed customer complaints. Assessed customer needs to deliver tailored solutions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Università degli studi di Palermo
Master's Degree, Economics
Master's Degree in Economics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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