Granite Telecommunications

Relationship Development Associate

Granite Telecommunications$60K — $180K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
  • 1-2+ years in account management, sales, or client relationship roles, preferably in upselling or quota-based positions.
  • Ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships.
  • Strong organizational skills for managing high volumes of accounts.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Capability to understand client business challenges and provide effective solutions.
  • Experience with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary contact for assigned accounts, providing tailored support and solutions.
  • Conduct in-depth quarterly reviews with each assigned account to assess satisfaction and explore opportunities.
  • Focus on upselling products to the existing client base, working toward revenue targets.
  • Build relationships at the executive level to align Granite's offerings with clients' strategic goals.
  • Develop in-depth product knowledge to position the best solutions for clients.
  • Maintain consistent and proactive communications to foster trust and address evolving client needs.
  • Create strategic account plans to manage client growth and upsell potential.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure and quarterly bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Annual President's Club Trip for top performers.
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.
Full Job Description
Summary of Position:

The Relationship Development Associate (RDA) is responsible for managing a dedicated portfolio of customer accounts. This role emphasizes proactive account management, quarterly reviews, and strategic engagement with existing clients to increase revenue through upselling. The ideal candidate will leverage in-depth product knowledge, client insights, and executive-level engagement to deepen relationships, understand clients' business challenges, and grow accounts.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Account Management: Serve as the primary contact for assigned accounts, providing support, insights, and solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
  • Quarterly Account Reviews: Conduct in-depth, quarterly reviews with each assigned account to assess satisfaction, address needs, and explore new opportunities.
  • Revenue Growth and Upselling: This is a quota-carrying role, with a focus on upselling our products exclusively to the existing client base. You'll work toward revenue and commission targets by identifying upsell opportunities and presenting tailored solutions to clients.
  • Executive-Level Engagement: Build relationships at the executive level to understand clients' strategic goals and align Granite's products to meet those objectives effectively.
  • Product Expertise: Develop in-depth knowledge of Granite's full range of products to position and sell the best solutions for each client.
  • Client Communication: Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients to foster trust, offer assistance, and stay updated on any evolving needs or challenges.
  • Strategic Account Planning: Create account plans to manage client growth, upsell potential, and identify areas for strengthening the client relationship.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
  • 1-2 plus years of experience in account management, sales, or client relationship roles, ideally with a focus on upselling or quota-based growth.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high volume of accounts.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to understand client business challenges and position solutions effectively.
  • Experience with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Flexibility for occasional travel to meet with clients, if necessary, though travel is not a primary aspect of this role.

Compensation Range:

This is a commission-eligible role with an estimated second-year OTE range of $60,000-$180,000 (base + uncapped commission). This role offers strong earning potential for driven individuals in a high-impact sales environment. Top performers may exceed the posted range.

Benefits:
  • Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure and quarterly bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Annual President's Club Trip
  • Collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • Opportunity for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.

If you're a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your sales career and have uncapped earnings potential with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has many opportunities for you.

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About Granite Telecommunications

Granite Telecommunications is a provider of communications services to businesses and government agencies. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts. Granite offers a range of services, including voice, data, and internet services, as well as wireless and cloud-based solutions. The company has a national footprint and serves customers in all 50 states. Granite has been recognized for its growth and innovation, and has received numerous awards and accolades.
Learn more about Granite Telecommunications
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2,000 employees
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Founded
2002

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