Account Executive - Telecommunications

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, TELECOMMUNICATIONS (Permanent)
Our client, a telecommunications organization with a hub in WNY, is looking to add an Account Executive to their growing team. 

Responsibilities:

• Perform daily responsibilities for new and existing customer accounts
  
• Utilize networking, cold-calling, referrals, and other various avenues for lead generation to identify new potential clients
  
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients to ensure a positive experience is achieved
  
• Act as an owner of products/services to provide detailed information and solutions, offer price plans, etc.
  
• Determine customer needs in order to appropriately recommend products and services
  
• Utilize creative techniques to drive sales, negotiate, and close deals
  
• Generate reports based on forecasting vs. sales activities
  
• Remain up to date on industry trends, services, and products by participating in training programs and attending sales meetings
  
• Collaborate with Sales Managers to develop and implement creative sales strategies to drive business
  
• Create and present product proposals and pricing quotes
  
• Juggle multiple tasks at a time in a fast-paced environment
  
• Work well in a team environment as well as independently
  
• Other duties as assigned/as necessary
  

Details:

• Position is full-time, direct hire
  
• Hybrid schedule; 3 days WFH, 2 in-office
  
• $50,000 – $55,000 annually depending on experience
  
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
  
• 2+ years’ experience in customer acquisition/sales
  
• Strong computer skills
  
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact with clients
  
• Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
  
• Strong organization skills, analytical, and time management skills
  
• Meticulous attention to detail
  
• Self-motivated
  
• Relocation not available 
  
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  
• All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: https://dol.ny.gov/posting-requirements-0; https://www.dol.gov/general/topics/posters#workplace-posters