About Upward Broadband: Upward Broadband is a growing, faith-based internet service provider committed to delivering reliable connectivity to our communities. As a small business startup with big ambitions, we operate on a foundation of strong core values and a mission to serve others. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and we believe in empowering our team and allowing them to take pride in and have a passion for helping us accomplish our vision. If you are a visionary leader who thrives in a collaborative, faith-forward environment, we want you on our team.
Position Overview
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Director of Sales to build a coordinated strategy for our outside sales, coach our inside team, and drive the utilization of our network towers. This role requires an innovative mentality characterized by focused intention, outside-the-box curiosity, and a tenacious passion for sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify sales bottlenecks, build actionable solutions, and execute a coordinated outside sales strategy.
- Direct and oversee inside and outside sales personnel to maximize their impact and ensure alignment with company goals.
- Partner closely with our marketing team to align overarching sales strategies with marketing initiatives, ensuring cohesive messaging and a unified approach to driving proactive growth.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and executing go-to-market (GTM) strategies for new market segments and product launches.
Leadership
- Educate, coach, and train the sales staff on effective market positioning and overcoming competitive objections.
- Foster a high-trust, collaborative environment where team members feel empowered and equipped to succeed.
- Partner in, participate, and advise the Leadership Team at Upward Broadband.
Growth & Retention
- Act as the strategic engine for revenue, proactively seeking out new customer acquisition channels while actively managing and reducing churn.
- Maintain a laser-focus on sales and data‑driven results, striving to ensure our network towers reach maximum utilization.
- Bring an outside‑the‑box, curious mindset to uncover new market opportunities and unconventional sales strategies.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field. MBA or advanced certifications are a plus.
- Experience: 3+ years of proven sales leadership experience, preferably in B2C/B2B technology, telecommunications, or ISP industries.
- A Tenacious Sales Professional: You have a passion for sales, a track record of driving growth, and the grit to push through challenges.
- A Strategic “Start‑Up” Thinker: You don't settle for the status quo. You bring focused intention and curiosity to your work, always looking for innovative ways to leverage existing assets.
- An Empowering Coach: You know how to assess talent, identify gaps, and train a team to confidently overcome objections and beat the competition.
- A Data-Driven Problem Solver: You take ownership. When a strategy isn't working, you use CRM data and analytics to pivot, adapt, and implement fresh solutions.
- A Culture Fit: You align with our core values and small‑business environment, bringing integrity, servant leadership, and a positive, adaptable attitude to the workplace.
What We Offer Our Director of Sales
- Ongoing training and professional development within a company that's committed to growth
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Quarterly profit‑sharing bonus (profits permitting)
- Safe and desirable working environment
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- PTO that rolls over & Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance