Global Telecom Account Executive - Uncapped Commission

Cogent Communications; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cogent Communications is seeking an in-office Regional Sales professional to identify and develop new business opportunities in a defined region. You will hunt, qualify, and advance deals by talking with key decision makers and delivering consultative connectivity solutions.

Ideal candidates bring 3–8+ years in B2B telecom sales, a proven quota track record, and strong communication skills. Expect a full benefits package with opportunities for growth and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• 3–8+ years of solid B2B sales experience in telecom with collocation, wholesale, data transit/transport.
• Proven track record of hunting new business and hitting quotas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with revenue deadlines.
• CRM usage and MS Office proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities within a prescribed regional sales territory via hunting to target IP Transit, carriers, and related segments.
• Directly contact KDMs by phone and email to qualify and generate opportunities.
• Support sales efforts with on-site customer meetings and consultative selling techniques.
• Position Cogent services to leverage a global network footprint across buildings, data centers, and colocations.

Skills

B2B sales

telecom experience

quota attainment

prospecting

communication skills

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM

Job description

Cogent Communications is seeking an in-office Regional Sales professional to identify and develop new business opportunities in a defined region. You will hunt, qualify, and advance deals by talking with key decision makers and delivering consultative connectivity solutions.

Ideal candidates bring 3–8+ years in B2B telecom sales, a proven quota track record, and strong communication skills. Expect a full benefits package with opportunities for growth and ongoing mentorship.