Astound, the sixth-largest cable operator in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services. To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company. Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success. With us, you'll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond.
Acting as a single point of contact, the Account Manager is responsible for uncovering revenue generating opportunities from Astound's existing customers. Primary emphasis will be on growing revenue from this base, controlling customer churn, and contracting clients that are currently without agreements. The role will be both customer facing and on the phone.
Demonstrated success in telecommunications and internet sales to end-user customers, including strategic and large business customers using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and other organic systems. Ability to communicate with C level executives within an organization. Experience in technology sales, consultative sales techniques, and account planning including account profiling, account positioning strategy, customer needs analysis, sales opportunity development, service improvement planning, and long range account management strategies. Technical skills related to network and transmission design and local access services is a plus. Product knowledge of both switched and dedicated services, as well as associated end-user and carrier applications. Operational understanding of telecommunications ordering, provisioning, and billing processes. Working knowledge of general marketing principle tools and processes. Skills necessary for decision making and maintaining customer retention. Strong communication and business writing skills.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
4 year College degree. Minimum 3 years' experience selling data and or voice services. Involvement in trade and commercial organizations to expand the market awareness of the company.
Base Salary: The base salary range in New York for this position is $99,300-$107,844, with opportunities for bonus, benefits and commission, if applicable. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities. It is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations. Commissions at plan: Targeted commissions at full attainment are twenty-one thousand, six hundred dollars annually. Our sales total compensation offers the potential for significant upside above targeted earnings for those who overachieve their sales targets.
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Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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