Senior Outside Sales Representative - Broadband/Utility

Graybar

$90K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of sales experience needed
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with local market territory and contacts
  • Knowledge of product lines and pricing structures
  • Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
  • Capable of working independently and within teams on multiple projects
  • Preferred 6-10 years experience with specific industry focus.

Responsibilities

  • Meet or exceed sales budgets in designated territory
  • Act as primary contact for strategic accounts
  • Implement sales and merchandise initiatives
  • Build and maintain customer relationships
  • Utilize market knowledge to increase share of customer purchases
  • Attend training, trade shows, and sales meetings
  • Maintain updated customer transaction records.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage options
  • Life insurance options for employees and families
  • Flexible spending accounts to save on expenses
  • No-cost disability benefits
  • Profit-sharing plans to share in company success
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Paid vacation and sick days for time off
  • Paid holidays throughout the year
  • Paid wellness day to prioritize health
  • Community time off for volunteer efforts
  • Predictable work schedules with no weekends or nights
  • Employee recognition program to celebrate achievements
  • Educational reimbursement and career development programs
  • Additional perks to support wellbeing and career growth.
Full Job Description
In this role you will:
  • Meet or exceed assigned annual budgets working in assigned territory
  • Support strategic accounts as primary point of contact for daily activity
  • Drive sales and merchandise programs, provide input on new products and services
  • Build strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and recommending Graybar services and programs tailored to their business objectives
  • Navigate inside the customer and gain market share of their purchases
  • Participate in training sessions, trade shows and sales meetings
  • Ensure up-to-date, accurate customer records including reports of business transactions


What you bring to the table:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales required
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience
  • Understanding of territory with business connections in market
  • Knowledge of product line and pricing
  • Strong ability to negotiate and be persuasive
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively while working on multiple opportunities in parallel
  • 6-10 years of experience preferred
  • Preferred experience in the following markets:
    • Traditional Telco (Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 Telephone Companies)
    • OSP Contractors (National, Regional and Local Contractors supporting Telcos)
    • Backhaul/Middle Mile Carriers (Builders of national broadband pathways)
    • Wireless (Carriers, 5G, Small Cell, Tower Owners, Contractors)
    • Utility (IOUs, EMCs, Municipal Power, Smart City)
    • CATV (National and Regional MSOs)
    • CIG (Local/State Government, DOT, Education)
  • Preferred experience in sales or business development with Carrier Customers or Neutral Host Enterprises
  • Preferred experience or trade knowledge on Small Cell, CRAN, Macro tower builds or adds, Microwave, pLTE
  • Ability to travel up to 60-70% of the time for face to face meetings


Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is starting at $90,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:
  • Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
  • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
  • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
  • Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
  • Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
  • Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
  • Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
  • And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.


Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

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