Sales Representative

Direct Sales Representative Location : Bradley, Illinois Opportunity to earn up to $85,000 or more! We offer a $40,000 annual base salary with a commission plan that allows you the freedom to exceed quota! (*See total compensation details below the job description).

You will be representing a superior internet package and company that cares about you and our customers. Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services and applicants like you make it all possible.

To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company.

Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success.

With us, you’ll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond.

Where you will work : This is a dynamic opportunity to represent our residential sales initiatives, in the Bradley, Illinois greater market, based in the field and out of our local branch.

The outside sales representative will build relationships with residential customers within our serviceable footprint. A Day in the Life of the Direct Sales Representative : Effectively sells data, video and phone residential services to consumers living in single family homes and medium-sized properties Cultivate individual sales through relationship building and maintaining a bi-weekly sales quota Obtain new customers in a single family residential environment through professional, face-to-face interaction with residents, property owners, and other referral sources Aggressively pursue any leads provided daily Cultivates own sales through neighborhood canvassing and maintains bi-weekly sales quota Obtains new customers in a residential market through professional, face-to-face interaction with residents, property management teams and other referral sources.

Utilizes cold calling techniques Distributes marketing material and participates in scheduled fun sales events Up-sells current and new customers Understands customer needs and articulate solutions Attends mandatory sales meetings Advocates for customers and reports concerns promptly to management Reports sales statistics accurately and promptly to management Assists with training and mentoring for potential new hires Stays up to date with what the competitive landscape effecting Astound Chicago Other duties as assigned What You Bring to the Table : Ability to work in a fast paced challenging environment Enjoys working outdoors "on the hunt" since 90% of all work is in the field Direct Sales, Indirect Sales or Marketing background in the telecommunications industry is a plus You have a positive, upbeat, creative, and persuasive personality Must be a motivated, strategic, self-starter and comfortable with working autonomously Excellent communications, relationship building, organizational, presentation and influence skills You are sales-quota driven Has the highest levels of integrity Detail oriented and has highly developed organizational and time management skills Basic computer skills required Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Some evening and weekend hours required Education and Certifications : High school diploma or equivalent We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including : 401k retirement plan, with employer match Insurance options including : medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance Paid Time Off / Vacation : Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization Floating Holiday : 40 hours per year Paid Holidays : 7 days per year Paid Sick Leave : Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and / or local laws Tuition reimbursement program Employee discount program *Benefits listed above are for regular full-time positions *Base Salary : The base salary range for this position in Illinois state is $40,000, plus opportunities for bonus, benefits, commission, and sales incentives if applicable.

The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, geographical area, experience, and capabilities.

Commissions at plan : Targeted commissions at full attainment could be up to $50,000 annually. Our sales total compensation offers the potential for significant upside above targeted earnings for those who overachieve their sales targets. Our Mission Statement :

• Take care of our customers
• Take care of each other
• Do what we say we are going to do
• Have fun Diverse Workforce / EEO : Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

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pdf ExperiencePreferred1 yearEducationRequiredHigh School or better in General StudiesSkillsPreferredTime ManagementPersistenceBrainstormingSelf-ManagmentSelf-StarterBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player : Works well as a member of a groupEnthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interestDedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrityEqual Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)