Account Director-Enterprise Sales

Company: Windstream
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

DescriptionWindstream is considered an essential business and we are HIRING NOW. As our company responds to COVID-19, the safety and wellbeing of our employees, customers, partners and communities is our top priority."WINDSTREAM ENTERPRISEAccount DirectorWindstream Enterprise has an immediate need for an Account Director interested in working alongside fellow WE employees in building a foundation for our customers' success. We do this by acting as Pathfinders, pursuing a daily dedication to the following behaviors:--- We approach each situation with a responsive and highly agile style, always meeting customers on their own terms.--- We take the time to listen, learn and acknowledge the context of a customer's pain points.--- We dig deeper into problems and seek new and better answers for our customers' unique requirements.--- We guide customers towards the right solutions by leveraging our deep expertise and portfolio of innovative next-generation technology.--- We deliver a direct response to our customer's needs, focusing on technologies that set the stage for growth.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Account Director will be responsible for identifying/researching/penetrating meaningful targets, closing new enterprise accounts, and growing/managing customer relationships in an assigned territory.--The AD will serve as the point of contact to educate prospects/customers about the full suite of Windstream Enterprise solutions ( network services, the UCAAS portfolio, managed services for LAN/WAN/Security, professional services defined as advisory services, migration and governance and PMO offerings for network, cloud and security.) The AD will provide valuable insights into the industry, gain understanding of clients' business-impacting challenges and make recommendations to support clients' strategic initiatives. Essential Functions/DutiesAs a Windstream Enterprise Account Director, you will be responsible for:* Performing all aspects of business development aligned with a defined target list of Enterprise clients* New logo acquisition in IT consulting, systems integration and infrastructure support/outsourcing engagements* Establishing and maintaining new client relationships and teaming partner relationships in targeted geographies* Conducting client presentations, estimation efforts and proposals and negotiations* Driving revenues from go-to-market solutions identified as a good fit for their account portfolio* Working closely with the Solutions Leader to build customized solutions pitches for the target account* Conducting industry research and competitor analysis* Building and managing an account plan for targeted accounts* Building and managing a territory plan for a designated region#LI-APQualificationsMinimum RequirementsCollege degree or equivalent and 8 years field sales experience directly related to job (outside, direct sales experience) or 12 years job-related field sales experience; or an equivalent combination of education and job-related field sales experience required.Job Category: SalesLocations: US-Tennessee-Memphis\EEO Statement:Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national: origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability and veteran status. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

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