Sr. Account Executive

Company: SPECTRUM
Location: Cedartown
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYThe Spectrum Sr. Account Executive (Sr. AE) is responsible for selling primary and ancillary communications solutions to small and medium sized businesses within a specified territory. The Sr. AE is also responsible for providing subject matter expertise (Product Knowledge, Systems Knowledge, Sales Process Knowledge) within the sales team and for mentoring the other employees on the team. Primary services sold include coax delivered Internet, video and voice. Ancillary services include custom hosting, desktop security, data back-up, data storage, managed security, managed internet router, toll free, additional email addresses, static IPs and more. The Sr. AE achieves sales and revenue goals through successful prospecting for new customers as well as the successful sale of bundled services to new customers. The Sr. AE is responsible for generating all sales leads through a variety of prospecting tactics and working every lead from initial contact to sale. The Sr. AE is responsible for the development and implementation of a Territory Plan (under the instruction of the Sales Manager) which is designed to expand the customer base within their assigned territory. AE is 100% focused on generating new Internet, voice and video customers.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experiencePlace orders through order management software. Work with Account Coordinator in the event the order cannot be automated to ensure that all necessary administrative work necessary to support sales activities including sales orders, contracts, billing forms and sales reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner. Hand off customer service and non-sales related client inquiries to the Customer Service department; focus on sellingHave a complete understanding of Spectrum Business coax services, rates (individual and bundled) and applicable taxesDemonstrate selling skills and product knowledge. Practice selling skills with and mentor Account Executives regularly. Read sales books and take sales courses to learn new sales techniques; practice and implement new sales techniques regularlyMaintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities including sales calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within assigned territory, including the use of Salesforce.com to maintain accurate records to maximize territory potentialMeet and exceed performance standards as defined by the department Standards of Performance (SOP) and the Spectrum Way Sales ModelAttend and participate in sales meetings as established by managementREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSSkills/Abilities and Knowledge

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in clear and straightforward manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications
• Ability to communicate best practices and demonstrated ability to mentor others
• Desire for growth within the company and for helping to build the bench strength of the Spectrum Business team
• Knowledge of communications technologies and services, with an emphasis on telephone and Internet fundamentals
• Vision ability close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focusEducationBachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field, or equivalent experienceRelated Work ExperienceOutside sales experience in a high transaction3-5 years Short closing cycle model experience preferredBusiness to business sales experience preferred With an established track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets Certifications and/or LicensesValid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordWORKING CONDITIONS Office environment and/or outside environment with exposure to inclement weatherExposure to moderate noise levels SAE280 300946-2 300946BR

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