Account Manager I – Pittsburgh, PA

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The Role Responsible for sales account development within an established geographic territory for a moderately complex set of products and services using an array of prospecting activities.

The Main Responsibilities Responsible for developing sales in the designated target market(s) by identifying new sales opportunities by contacting prospective customers by cold calling, premise visits, networking, lead generation, proposal submission, and customer appointments.

Develops and implements actions to create additional opportunities to cross-sell and up-sell accounts to increase overall total customer spend with the company.

Assists in creating account plans and strategies to win new business from both new as well as existing customers.

Develops and manages customer relationships for assigned accounts in order to gain strategic positioning with decision makers, retain existing revenue and attain additional business.

Learns and develops further knowledge of new technologies and selling points which includes enhancing expertise in the company’s product application technologies.

Provides accurate and detailed weekly forecast funnel of identified and proposed opportunities in order to meet or exceed sales quota requirements.

What We Look For in a Candidate Preferred Experience Strong communication, written, and formal presentation skills.

Self-motivated, pro-active, results-oriented professional with an ability to work with minimum direction and ability to provide assistance to sales force.

Proficient in Microsoft office products: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Requires at least 50% or more of time conducting sales activities outside of the office.

Working knowledge of selling IP, data, and voice network services.

Experience in business communications application sales is preferred Experience with Salesforce.com preferred Sales_Landing_Page What to Expect Next Requisition : 267995 EEO Statement We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”).

We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Range Salary Min : 38745 Salary Max : 95940 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data.

Minimums and maximums may vary based on location.

Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation.

Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive.

To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here.

We’re able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

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Salary Range Salary Min : 38745 Salary Max : 95940 This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data.

Ranges may vary based on the job’s location.

We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors.

We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified.

To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.