Outside Sales Representative - Telecommunications Services

Hyra; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Astound is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our telecommunications team. You will focus on acquiring new customers and expanding our reach in residential and business sectors with internet, phone, and cable services.

This role blends in-field sales with relationship management and product promotion, requiring strong negotiation, presentation, and time-management skills to meet quarterly targets and drive sustained growth.

Qualifications

• Proven sales proficiency and negotiation skills.
• Able to work autonomously and self-manage.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic technical understanding of telecom services.
• Effective time management and organization.

Responsibilities

• Source and maintain clientele to grow Astound's market presence.
• Conduct in-person visits and presentations for residential and business clients.
• Monitor industry trends and competitors to identify opportunities.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide product knowledge and demonstrations to prospects.
• Collaborate with sales and other departments to meet client needs.
• Prepare detailed proposals and sales contracts for deals.
• Attend trade shows and events to promote services and brand.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Negotiation

Autonomy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Job description

Astound is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Outside Sales Representative to join our vibrant telecommunications team. In this role, you will be crucial in driving our mission to provide innovative and reliable telecommunications solutions including advanced internet, phone, and cable services. Focus will be on acquiring new customers and expanding our reach within the residential and business sectors. This position combines in-field sales activities with strategies to increase market share through expert relationship management and product promotion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to source and maintain clientele, enhancing Astound's market presence.
• Conduct in-person visits and presentations to potential clients in both residential and business sectors.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to advise on potential impacts and opportunities.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Provide expert product knowledge and demonstrations to prospective customers.
• Collaborate with the sales team and other departments to best address customer needs and boost satisfaction.
• Prepare detailed proposals and sales contracts to ensure transparent and effective business deals.
• Participate in trade shows, conferences, and community events to promote Astound's services and brand.

Required Skills

• Proven sales proficiency and negotiation skills.
• Capability to work autonomously and self-manage.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic technical understanding of telecommunications services and products.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.