Business Account Executive

Socket Fiber; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay + commission

Comprehensive benefits

Free fiber service

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Socket Fiber is hiring a Business Account Executive for the Columbia, Missouri market. This field-based role involves generating leads through door-to-door prospecting, meeting with small and mid-sized businesses, and selling our suite of business services including broadband, voice, and UCaaS.

You will manage your pipeline, hit monthly targets, and work with a team in a growth-focused environment. You will travel within your local market, attend an 8 AM daily virtual meeting, and represent the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior sales experience, especially door-to-door or in-person, preferred.
• Strong communication and people skills with the ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own local territory by generating leads through door-to-door prospecting and follow-up with small and mid-sized businesses.
• Introduce decision-makers to Socket Fiber’s business services and tailor solutions from Broadband/Dedicated Internet, Voice Services, and UCaaS.
• Hit monthly sales goals and key performance benchmarks.
• Manage pipeline in Salesforce and maintain regular follow-up to close opportunities.
• Represent Socket Fiber professionally in the market and maintain a strong brand presence.

Skills

Door-to-door sales

Relationship building

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Are you eager to learn and ready to bring energy and ambition to a team that values growth? Do you get fired up by the idea of knocking on doors, building relationships, and helping small businesses thrive with better internet? If so, we’d love to have you join us as a Business Account Executive at Socket Fiber!

Socket Fiber is expanding fast, and we’re not just growing our network—we’re building the next generation of sales leaders. In this role, you’ll work face-to-face with small and medium-sized businesses, introducing them to our fiber-powered internet and communications solutions. If you\'re looking for more than just your next job—and you\'re ready to work hard, learn the process, and grow with the company—we want to hear from you.

Location: This is a field-based role in the Columbia, Missouri market. Daily 8 AM virtual meetings followed by territory work during business hours.

What You\'ll Do

• Own your local territory by generating leads through door-to-door prospecting, networking, and consistent follow-up with small and mid-sized businesses.
• Make an impact by introducing decision-makers to the value of Socket Fiber’s business services.
• Assess customer needs and deliver tailored solutions using Socket’s full suite of business products, including Broadband/Dedicated Internet, Voice Services, and Cloud-Based Phone Systems (UCaaS)
• Hit your numbers by meeting or exceeding monthly sales goals and key performance benchmarks.
• Stay organized by managing your pipeline in Salesforce and following up regularly to close opportunities.
• Keep learning through daily sales calls, team check-ins, training sessions, and development opportunities.
• Be the face of Socket in your market—maintain a professional presence and always represent the brand with integrity.
• Work smart and efficiently, making the most of your time in the field. Mileage is paid, so use it wisely.
• Pitch in as needed and be ready to take on additional duties that help the team grow.

Desired Attributes

• Fire in the belly—competitive spirit and high energy
• Strong communication and people skills
• Thrives in a structured sales process
• Entrepreneurial mindset—you’ve failed, learned, and bounced back
• Desire to grow within a company
• Brings grit, adaptability, and coachability to every interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior sales experience (especially door-to-door or in-person)
• Experience working in customer service or a client-facing role
• General knowledge of telecommunications services (i.e. internet, wireless, phone systems)
• Passion for helping local businesses grow

Why Join Socket Fiber?

At Socket Fiber, we\'re redefining what it means to connect communities. We share a mission-driven culture focused on bringing high-speed internet to areas that need it most. We\'re not just selling a service—we\'re providing access, opportunity, and real change. Socket Fiber offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized.

A few of the key ways we strive to make employees feel valued include:

• Competitive base pay + robust performance-based commission
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k match)
• Free fiber service (if available in your area)
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant continuing education
• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities

Our Core Values

• Respect: Toward all customers, communities, property, and coworkers.
• Advocacy: We don’t just support customers—we champion them.
• Transparency: In what we deliver and how we do business.
• Progress: We grow with our customers and our communities.
• Winning: Every conversation is a chance to earn trust—and a new customer.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Current & valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Ability to travel daily within your assigned local market (30-90 minute radius from your main market)
• Physical ability to walk and be on your feet for long periods
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather
• Comfort navigating rejection—this is a performance-driven, commission-heavy role
• Availability for an 8 AM team meeting daily (virtual)