Account Director
Account Director
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Job Description
Job Title: Account Director
DQE Communications headquartered in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is a fiber-optic Internet and data network access provider for businesses and carriers in Pennsylvania West Virginia and Ohio. DQE was established in 1997 as a dark fiber infrastructure company in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Over the years DQE has grown in both our fiber footprint and our product offerings to become one of the leading regional providers of secure reliable data network services. With an ongoing commitment to structured well-planned growth DQE is continuously expanding the fiber optic network to serve even more customers.
Working with DQE means businesses and keystone institutions get a partner dedicated to understanding specific needs and committed to delivering the right solution.
Job Summary:
The Account Director plays a pivotal role in driving sales revenue and fostering long-term relationships with corporate clients in the telecommunications sector. This position involves identifying business opportunities understanding clients needs and delivering customized solutions to meet their communication and technology requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen excellent communication skills and a proven track record of success in B2B sales. Must be local to the Greater Pittsburgh area. Hybrid work environment
Key Job Responsibilities:
Required Skills/Abilities:
Education and Experience:
DQE Communications headquartered in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania is a fiber-optic Internet and data network access provider for businesses and carriers in Pennsylvania West Virginia and Ohio. DQE was established in 1997 as a dark fiber infrastructure company in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. Over the years DQE has grown in both our fiber footprint and our product offerings to become one of the leading regional providers of secure reliable data network services. With an ongoing commitment to structured well-planned growth DQE is continuously expanding the fiber optic network to serve even more customers.
Working with DQE means businesses and keystone institutions get a partner dedicated to understanding specific needs and committed to delivering the right solution.
Job Summary:
The Account Director plays a pivotal role in driving sales revenue and fostering long-term relationships with corporate clients in the telecommunications sector. This position involves identifying business opportunities understanding clients needs and delivering customized solutions to meet their communication and technology requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong business acumen excellent communication skills and a proven track record of success in B2B sales. Must be local to the Greater Pittsburgh area. Hybrid work environment
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Prospect and identify new business opportunities within the assigned territory or vertical market segments.
- Develop a robust pipeline of qualified leads through networking cold calling referrals and other sales activities.
- Conduct thorough needs assessments and business reviews with prospective clients to understand their communication infrastructure technology challenges and strategic objectives. Identify pain points and opportunities for improvement that can be addressed through our products and services.
- Collaborate with internal teams including sales engineers solution architects and product specialists to design and present tailored solutions that address clients specific requirements. Articulate the value proposition of our offerings and differentiate our solutions from competitors.
- Prepare comprehensive proposals presentations and quotes outlining the recommended solution pricing structure and implementation plan.
- Work closely with sales support teams to ensure proposals are accurate competitive and aligned with clients expectations.
- Lead negotiations with clients to finalize contract terms pricing agreements and service level commitments.
- Overcome objections address concerns and navigate complex sales cycles to secure new business and achieve sales targets.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts fostering strong relationships and providing ongoing support to ensure client satisfaction and retention.
- Proactively identify opportunities for upselling cross-selling and contract renewals.
- Stay abreast of industry trends market dynamics and competitive developments in the telecommunications sector.
- Leverage market intelligence to identify emerging opportunities anticipate client needs and refine sales strategies.
- Maintain accurate records of sales activities customer interactions and pipeline opportunities using CRM software or sales tracking tools.
- Generate regular reports on sales performance pipeline status and revenue forecasts for management review.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven track record of success in B2B sales preferably in the telecommunications or technology industry.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to understand clients business challenges and align solutions to their strategic objectives.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts in a clear and compelling manner.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.
- Ability to meet or exceed monthly sales quotas as determined by sales leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities navigate complex sales cycles and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in CRM software or sales management tools is a plus.
- Willingness to travel within the assigned territory as needed.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree required experience in telecommunication or related field preferred.
- Five years of outside sales experience required.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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