Inside Sales Representative

Inside Sales Representative

Location:

Wakefield, MA, US, 01880

Brand: Lightpath

Requisition #: 7163

Lightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange carriers in the tri-state area. We own and operate our infrastructure "from the ground up" by deploying over 20,000 route miles connecting 13,500 on-net/LIT buildings. With a strong portfolio of cutting edge solutions for Internet, WAN, Voice, SD-WAN, Security & Cloud services, we enable Enterprise customers of all sizes the ability to react to new challenges while developing best practices for the future. With Lightpath's continued focus on network excellence and a "customer first" service commitment, we are building a workforce of the best talent that will meet the needs of our customers and reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for handling inbound prospective customer inquiries and conduct outbound telemarketing activities to prospective customers with the objective of generating qualified leads that result in sales to "New Customers".

Responsible for conducting outbound telemarketing efforts to existing customers in support of data validation and customer marketing programs as directed by management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling inbound prospect inquiries.
• Understands and communicates knowledge of all products and/or services.
• Responsible for determining qualification of prospect based on company guidelines.
• Schedule appointments for Account Executives to meet with prospective customers.
• Work with Director, Sales Leadership and Account Executives to create prospecting targets.
• Responsible for performing any and all administrative tasks & ensuring documentation is completed in a full and accurate manner.
• Responsible for meeting company standards and sales objectives pertaining to quantity and quality of work performed on an ongoing basis. Responsible for performing all work-related tasks in a manner that is in compliant with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates professional salesmanship through the use of highly developed telemarketing techniques and effective presentation skills.
• Responsible for performing timely and accurate lead entry of each sales transaction made as well as updating Salesforce CRM as required.
• Provides constant feedback to relevant departments regarding competitive information gathered.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant work experience in tele-sales/telemarketing.
• Ability to work closely with other functional areas.
• Articulate, with strong oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic PC / Keyboard skills required.
• Strong customer service skills.
• High attention to detail, ability to multi-task with strong communication skills.
• High level of energy and commitment as well as the desire to succeed.

Lightpath is 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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Nearest Major Market: Boston