Account Manager II - Inside SLED

$46,020 - $61,360/Yr

Lumen Technologies - Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Des Moines, IA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Account Manager II - Inside at Lumen is a pivotal role focused on driving revenue growth within small to medium-sized customer accounts. This position emphasizes the importance of building long-term, consultative relationships with clients, leveraging technology to facilitate sales processes rather than traditional in-person interactions. The Account Manager will work diligently to deepen and expand relationships with named accounts, aiming to maximize revenue while minimizing account churn. This involves a thorough understanding of customer needs and the ability to position appropriate solutions effectively. In this role, the Account Manager is responsible for protecting base revenue and meeting or exceeding growth quotas. Key responsibilities include identifying decision-makers within customer organizations, assessing their needs, and proposing tailored solutions that align with those needs. The Account Manager will also maintain accurate and relevant customer information, including updates on sales funnel activity, opportunity updates, and the management of customer proposals and contracts. Providing superior customer service is paramount, ensuring that every interaction enhances the customer experience and fosters loyalty. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of sales acumen and technical understanding, enabling them to assess product fit and expand the product portfolio offered to customers. This role requires a proactive approach to customer engagement, with a focus on understanding and introducing new technologies that can benefit the customer base. The Account Manager II - Inside will play a crucial role in Lumen's mission to connect the world and drive business growth through innovative solutions and exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Protect base revenue and meet/exceed growth quota to maximize revenue within assigned customer accounts.
• Identify decision makers and determine customer needs to position appropriate solutions.
• Assess product fit and expand the product portfolio through customer relationships.
• Update relevant customer information, including sales funnel activity and opportunity updates.
• Maintain monthly goals, customer proposals, and customer contracts.
• Provide superior customer service with every customer interaction.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent education and 2 years sales experience.
• Prior account management experience with a history of working to retain and grow existing accounts.
• Strong oral and written communication, analytical problem solving and closing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Demonstrated stable track record of success in an inside/outside sales role.
• Advanced understanding of technology products and solutions and knowledge of how they are interrelated.
• Passion for customer service and the desire to understand and introduce new technology to customer base.
• Ability to function in an unscripted capacity, requiring solid interviewing, selling, and persuasion skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Short-term incentives or sales compensation
• Long-term incentive eligibility for Director and VP positions
• Comprehensive benefits package enhancing physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing