Director Sales SLED

Benefits

• Health insurance

About Lumen
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen’s network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role
The Director I Sled Sales is responsible for all aspects of sales within the encompassing business product portfolio within local Government and Education Sales. Staffs and directs a sales team, providing leadership to achieve maximum profitability and growth in line with Company vision and values.

The Main Responsibilities

• Manage the sale of entire product portfolio including Cloud, Managed Services, Datacenter and Voice solutions to meet revenue targets based on rolled-up quota of sales team.
• Perform account planning and positioning for Strategic Accounts in SLED vertical.
• Responsible for setting quota, realigning modules of accounts, and meeting/exceeding monthly sales objectives while delivering the outstanding service to customers.
• Train, coach, mentor, motivate and conduct formal performance reviews for team of 6-8 sales repesentatives in SLED accounts.
• Manage active learning plans and facilitate daily, monthly and yearly sales results objectives for sales team.
• Responsible for day-to-day sales activity management, funnel activity, territory management, and customer focused sales efforts for a team of SLED sales executives.
• Participate in community and industry-related events to further develop the opportunities to procure new business.
• Work cross functionality with variety of business leaders and other direct and indirect sales channels.
• Overall financial tracking, revenue recognition as well as forecasting responsibilities for the team.

What We Look For in a Candidate
Basic Requirements

• Minimum 2 years sales management experience in telecommunications or a technology-based industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and sales performance/tracking programs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to travel.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years telecom or related technology sales experience.
• Experience in building strategic plans for sales team growth and development including account and activity planning and development.
• Experience mentoring, training and developing high-performance sales teams.
• Successful completed of the Sales Manager assessment.

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

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EEO Statement

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

NOTE: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Disclaimer

The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.

Salary Range
Salary Min :101250
Salary Max :225000

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.