Business Account Executive

$100,000 - $100,000/Yr

Spectrum - Akron, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Akron, OH

10,001+ employees

Telecommunications

About the position

The Business Account Executive is responsible for selling primary and ancillary communications solutions to small and medium-sized businesses within a specified territory. This role focuses on generating new customers for Internet, video, and voice services, as well as implementing a Territory Plan to expand the customer base. The position requires effective prospecting, sales lead generation, and maintaining customer relationships to achieve sales and revenue goals.

Responsibilities

• Sell primary and ancillary communications solutions to small and medium-sized businesses.
• Generate sales leads through various prospecting tactics.
• Develop and implement a Territory Plan to expand the customer base.
• Place orders through order management software and ensure accuracy in sales orders and contracts.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities using Salesforce.com.
• Meet and exceed performance standards as defined by the department.
• Attend and participate in sales meetings as established by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of business-to-business sales experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledge of communications technologies and services, particularly telephone and Internet fundamentals.

Nice-to-haves

• Outside sales experience in a high transaction, short closing cycle model preferred.
• Proven sales history of meeting or exceeding targets preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for advancement
• Support for employee well-being