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Strategic Account Specialist - Government & Education, Spectrum Enterprise

Syracuse, New York

For decades, Spectrum Enterprise experts have partnered with America’s largest businesses to provide a high-performing network and solutions. We understand clients have the right to demand what their business needs to be successful. We don’t settle for one-size-fits-all. We learn the ins and outs of the business, and IT goals, before designing the right solution for today—and setting the stage for tomorrow. The broad Spectrum Enterprise portfolio includes networking and managed services solutions: Internet access, Ethernet access and networks, Voice and TV solutions.

  • Full-time
  • Job level: Mid-level

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  • Ambitious
  • Achiever
  • Perceptive
  • Problem solver
  • Results-driven
  • Skilled presenter

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Spectrum wants to help you get more out of life and take care of things outside the office to make life a little easier. We provide:

Family planning and support

We cover 100% of adoption and surrogacy expenses up to $15,000, and you have access to programs that offer family planning benefits, including cycle-based fertility treatments.

Compensation

High income potential tied to commission-based compensation.

Retirement savings/401K

For every $1 employees put into their 401(k), we put in $1 (up to 6% of pay). On top of that, we put 3% of pay into an additional retirement plan for most employees.

Comprehensive benefits

High-quality and affordable medical, dental and vision options, along with health care accounts, life insurance and disability.

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New employee incentives

Guaranteed incentive income for new external hires during onboarding period.

Paid time off

We provide paid time off including vacation, sick and personal days along with paid holidays.

Responsibilities

Location: Syracuse, New York Date Posted: Date posted 12/13/2024 Areas of interest: Enterprise Sales, Sales, Account Management Requisition Number: 2024-45079-1 Business unit: Spectrum Enterprise SCM220

Ready to guide government and education clients through the selection of fiber-based networking and managed solutions? You can do that. Do you want to prospect daily to generate opportunities and build a funnel? As a Strategic Account Specialist at Spectrum Enterprise, you can do that.

Spectrum Enterprise provides modern enterprise technology solutions that meet the unique needs of some of the country’s biggest brands. If you’re looking to build your most successful career, support client growth and work alongside intelligent, driven professionals, you can do that. We're ready to go all in on your future and create an engaging environment.


BE PART OF THE CONNECTION

You partner with government, K-12 and university clients and highlight how our telecommunications products can resolve their complex technology needs. After completing our award-winning training, you provide dedicated account management and proactively pursue new clients using email campaigns, cold calling, discovery calls, appointment setting and client presentations. 

WHAT OUR STRATEGIC ACCOUNT SPECIALISTS ENJOY MOST

  • Complete our 12-week paid sales training that won a Brandon Hall Group gold award for excellence in Best Advance in Sales Enablement and Performance Tools.
  • Travel and consult with established and prospective clients to develop product solutions.
  • Navigate government and education procurement processes to set up successful sales.
  • Deliver product proposals and presentations to decision-makers and conduct negotiations.
  • Travel to client sites to manage field sales activities.
  • Identify target markets, industries and contacts to expand product portfolio.
  • Encourage client retention through coordinated efforts with multiple internal teams.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO SPECTRUM ENTERPRISE

Required Qualifications

  • Experience: Three or more years of sales experience as a proven sales performer; Three or more years of outside telecommunications-related sales experience.
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Skills: Network building, negotiation, closing and interpersonal English communication skills.
  • Abilities: Quick learner, deadline-driven and the ability to multitask.
  • Travel: Availability to travel to and from assigned territories and company facilities. Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Two or more years of experience in B2B sales selling data, voice, cloud or video solutions.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Experience working with state and local government or education.


SPECTRUM CONNECTS YOU TO MORE

  • Embracing Diversity: A culture of excellence that celebrates diversity, innovative thinking and dedication to exceeding client expectations.
  • Learning Culture: Company support in obtaining technical certifications.
  • Dynamic Growth: Paid training and clearly defined paths to advance within the company.
  • Total Rewards:Comprehensive benefits that encourage a work-life balance. 

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Here, employees don’t just have jobs, they build careers. That’s why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.


A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.

The base pay for this position generally is between $47,800.00 and $87,000.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.


In addition, this position has a commission earnings target starting at $72,600.

Get to Know Us Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you’re joining a strong community of more than 100,000 individuals working together to serve nearly 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most. Watch this video to learn more.

Who You Are Matters Here We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets. Learn about our inclusive culture.
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