Sr. Customer Success Manager, Enterprise - State & Local Government

Company: Smartsheet
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has helped people and teams achieve–well, anything. From seamless work management to smart, scalable solutions, we’ve always worked with flow. We’re building tools that empower teams to automate the manual, uncover insights, and scale smarter. But more than that, we’re creating space– space to think big, take action, and unlock the kind of work that truly matters. Because when challenge meets purpose, and passion turns into progress, that’s magic at work, and it’s what we show up for everyday. Smartsheet is looking for a Sr. Customer Success Manager to manage a set of large enterprise accounts and improve customer satisfaction, application engagement, customer retention, and growth. You will be the primary contact for customers, understanding their success criteria, sharing best practices, providing solution guidance, and helping them realize value from Smartsheet. You have a track record for Software as a Service (SaaS) account management and maintaining high customer renewal rates because of ongoing customer engagement and technical leadership. You will report to a Sr. Manager of Customer Success and may work remotely from the Central US territory. You Will: Perform initial onboarding of accounts with enterprise level customers, ensuring adoption and ongoing engagement throughout the customer's lifecycle Accomplish a comprehensive engagement and communications strategy that maintains high customer satisfaction Be the Smartsheet expert providing guidance to allow customers to create impact and increase collaboration across their organization and with external parties Perform periodic customer success reviews that confirm satisfaction, resolve issues with the help of the Technical Support team, and expand Smartsheet use throughout the account Implement and share best practices to ensure customers are realizing the greatest possible value from Smartsheet Use usage patterns to gain insights, provide guidance and increase customer adoption and satisfaction Be the primary interface to manage and resolve critical situations Work with the Sales, Training and Professional Services teams to identify new opportunities to expand customer use of Smartsheet Provide expert customer insight to Product Management, Marketing and Sales on innovation and continuous improvement opportunities Exceed all performance targets, including maintaining high retention and growth rates Accomplish other tasks as assigned You Have: 3 years of Customer Success or Account Management experience (or equivalent) State & Local Government (SLG) experience (preferred) The ability to explain technical subjects to non-technical personnel in large enterprises Good at building credibility and trust with customers and internal stakeholders by understanding their requirements Experience maintaining valuable and outcome-based relationships with a diverse customer account base Passion for working with leading edge, web-based technologies and a desire to understand Smartsheet's benefits, use cases, and technical elements Bachelor's degree in relevant field, or equivalent experience Willing to travel based on customer and business need Current US Perks & Benefits: Medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay) Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity Flexible Time Away Program, plus Sick Time Off US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific) Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity. US Base Salary Pay Range $112,500 - $142,500 USD Get to Know Us: At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together. Equal Opportunity Employer: Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, and India. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know. LI-Remote

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