Business Development Sales Associate

Granite Telecommunications • New York, NY

72d

About The Position

Granite Telecommunications is a dynamic and innovative communications services provider for businesses with multiple locations. We specialize in providing one-stop solutions for voice, data, Internet, wireless, video, and secure network options throughout the United States and Canada. As a Business Development Sales Associate, you will play a pivotal role in driving our business expansion through prospecting, cold calling, establishing new relationships, and closing deals that align with our solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven track record in sales, with a minimum of 1 year of experience in sales.
• Strong prospecting, cold calling, and lead generation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and engage with clients effectively.
• Ability to understand complex technology solutions and translate them into business value for clients.
• Proficiency in using Salesforce CRM or similar sales management tools.
• Results-driven, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple leads and opportunities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients and verticals that can benefit from our telecommunications technology solutions.
• Utilize various channels, including social media, industry events, and networking, to identify and generate new leads.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to leverage inbound leads and nurture them through the sales funnel.
• Initiate outbound calls and emails to key decision-makers in target organizations.
• Craft compelling and tailored value propositions to pique interest and engage prospects in meaningful conversations.
• Effectively communicate the benefits and unique selling points of our telecommunications technology solutions.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with potential clients.
• Understand clients' pain points, challenges, and goals, and position our solutions as the ideal answer to their needs.
• Develop a deep understanding of the telecommunications technology landscape and the competitive advantages we offer.
• Lead negotiations and presentations with prospective clients, addressing objections and concerns.
• Develop and present customized proposals and solutions that align with the client's specific requirements.
• Work collaboratively with internal technical teams to ensure that proposed solutions meet client expectations and technical feasibility.
• Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales quotas to contribute to the overall revenue growth of the company.
• Continuously track and report progress against targets, providing regular updates to the sales management team.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities, interactions, and deals in Salesforce CRM.
• Use Salesforce to manage leads, opportunities, and customer information to facilitate efficient communication and collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with uncapped commission structure and quarterly bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Annual President's Club Trip.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Telecommunications
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees