MDU Sales Account Executive II

Optimum; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 58,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in connectivity solutions is seeking an Account Executive in Norwalk, CT. This full-time position focuses on selling complex telecommunications services to clients. The ideal candidate will have three years of sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and a Bachelor's degree preferred. Join this vibrant team and contribute to meaningful customer relationships while driving sales success.

Qualifications

• Three years relational sales experience.
• In-depth understanding of complex financial business models.
• Strong people and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed corporate/system sales goals.
• Develops and maintains strategic account plans.
• Ensures customer satisfaction throughout sales cycle.

Skills

Relational sales experience

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Windows-based applications

Job description

3 weeks ago – Be among the first 25 applicants

Opportunity: Account Executive – MDU

Are you looking to optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today!

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast‑paced world of connectivity, and we're on the hunt for enthusiastic professionals to join our team! Connectivity is not just a luxury – it’s a necessity that empowers lives, fuels businesses, and drives innovation. A career at Optimum means you’ll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high‑speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, team‑oriented, and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is the company for you!

Job Summary

Account Executive – MDU sells complex telecommunication services to clients and is accountable for meeting or exceeding sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality internal and external customer service surrounding the Company values
• Meets or exceeds corporate/system sales goals
• Prospects, cold‑calls (by phone and in person) and generates new sales opportunities
• Develops and maintains strategic account plans
• Develops relationships with clients and provides solutions to meet their needs
• Develops proposals and presentations to deliver to customers and prospects
• Ensures client retention and cross‑sells and up‑sells to existing clients
• Partners with sales engineer and sales support teams to determine appropriate solutions for complex customers issues
• Negotiates pricing, service level and terms/conditions with clients
• Ensures product pricing is consistent with pricing structures set at the corporate level and competitive environment
• Performs ROI assessment for profitability and submits for approval
• Updates essential client information in a timely manner
• Ensures customer satisfaction throughout sales cycle
• Maintains database information and customer records
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Three years relational sales experience
• In-depth understanding of complex financial business models
• In-depth understanding of complex legal terminology
• Ability to negotiate legal agreements
• Ability to build complex business cases
• Computer skills including Windows‑based applications
• Strong negotiation, problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong people and relationship management skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to analyze accurately with attention to detailAbility to work independently and with others
• Ability to comply with all Company safety procedures
• Appropriate valid driver’s license and driving record within Company standards
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Consultative selling experience preferred

At Optimum, we're fuelled by our four core pillars: Taking Ownership, Upholding Transparency, Creating Community, and Demonstrating Expertise. Our commitment to empowering employees to take responsibility and embrace proactive problem‑solving underpins Taking Ownership. Upholding Transparency is at the core of our culture, with open and honest communication fostering trust among our dedicated team and loyal customers. Creating Community is more than a goal; it's our daily commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and positivity. Demonstrating expertise is a promise we uphold through continuous learning and engagement with our customers to consistently deliver top‑quality products and services. These pillars shape our culture and define Optimum as a place of excellence, trustworthiness, and a thriving community, and we invite you to be a part of our journey.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Telecommunications

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job‑related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range for this position in NY is $58,738.00 – $96,499.00 per year.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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