Full-Time

Content and Distribution

Customer Success Manager, Hotels

Posted on 9/11/2024

Spotnana

Spotnana

201-500 employees

Travel technology platform for corporate bookings

Automotive & Transportation
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$150k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity

Senior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid structure requires in-office presence in New York City.

Category
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years in a mid-level to senior client-facing role, working with leadership at Fortune 100 companies (preferably with Hotel Procurement or Global Travel Managers)
  • Strong product/technological acumen
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Ability to manage executive-level relationships with both clients and internally
  • Exceptional project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple client engagements simultaneously and adapt quickly to a fast moving environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations
  • Strong expertise in managing corporate travel and/or related reporting needs
  • Strong knowledge of corporate, hotel and distribution technologies
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Willing and able to work in an open office environment in New York City in a hybrid structure. This role is not remote-eligible.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Commercial and Product Management at hotel channel partners (e.g. Marriott) to set strategic goals and objectives related to their Spotnana partnership
  • Work closely with hotel channel partners to understand their business needs, challenges, and long-term vision, and provide strategic guidance and recommendations to align their travel programs with organizational objectives
  • Manage the existing contracted deliverables to hotel channel partners and grow additional business
  • Manage the performance and budget objectives of Spotnana with hotel channel partners
  • Develop regular reporting on volumes and establish a regular meeting and Quarterly Business Review pattern
  • Leverage industry knowledge and best practices to develop innovative strategies that drive value
  • Act as a trusted advisor, offering insights and thought leadership on emerging corporate trends and product developments from Spotnana and the industry
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Product, Engineering, Travel Operations, Customer Success, Support, and Implementation, to ensure successful ongoing Spotnana usage by hotel channel partners
  • Provide expert guidance and recommendations to clients on supplier relations
  • Proactively share insights, industry benchmarks, and thought-provoking ideas with hotel channel partners to help them stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions regarding their travel programs
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop white-papers, case studies, and presentations that showcase thought leadership and provide valuable resources to hotel channel partners and their client

Spotnana provides a platform for booking and managing travel arrangements specifically designed for corporations and channel partners. Its platform allows users to access a wide range of travel content, including air, hotel, car, and rail options, and offers self-service features for travelers to make changes or cancellations without needing an agent. Spotnana stands out from competitors by utilizing a modern infrastructure that supports New Distribution Capability (NDC), enabling direct integrations with top suppliers and simplifying travel management. The goal of Spotnana is to enhance the travel experience for both travelers and travel managers through a user-friendly interface and excellent customer service.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$112.8M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

47%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Thrust Carbon enhances Spotnana's eco-friendly travel management solutions.
  • Collaboration with Kyte expands affordable airline content access for budget-conscious travelers.
  • Steve Singh's leadership brings innovative strategies and growth potential to Spotnana.

What critics are saying

  • Marriott's new booking program for SMBs may impact Spotnana's corporate travel market share.
  • Fetcherr's AI-driven market engine could challenge Spotnana's pricing strategies.
  • Direct Travel acquisition by Madrona Ventures may create strategic misalignments for Spotnana.

What makes Spotnana unique

  • Spotnana's Travel-as-a-Service platform modernizes travel management for corporations and consumers.
  • The platform's microservices-based architecture enables rapid product development and innovation.
  • Spotnana offers deep direct integrations with top suppliers through New Distribution Capability.

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Benefits

Competitive Compensation - Salary, performance bonuses, and equity stock options in a fast growing start up

Comprehensive health insurance - Medical, dental and vision at no cost to the employee

Retirement savings plan - 401(k) for U.S. employees with an employer contribution

Paid time off - Paid vacation days, paid holidays, and leaves for life events

Hybrid work model - Offices with amenities and a monthly work from home internet and phone benefit

Focus Fridays - Regular time to concentrate on deep work with no internal meetings

INACTIVE