Department Manager of Outside Sales|CABS

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, this position is considered safety-sensitive. Safety-sensitive is defined as a job that includes operation of a motor vehicle, equipment, machinery, or power tools.

BYOMD (Bring Your Own Mobile Device) is required. Flexible Remote Work (FRW) and Alternate Work Location (AWL) are available for this role.

About the role

Pioneer Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is looking for a collaborative, results-driven Department Manager of Outside Sales | CABS to lead outside sales, support regulatory programs, and help deliver reliable telecommunications solutions to schools, healthcare organizations, libraries, government entities, businesses, and communities. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys coaching sales professionals, building strong customer relationships, improving processes, and partnering across teams to achieve meaningful business and community outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, train, and support the Business Sales Support Specialists, Business Technology Advisor, Sales Engineer, Sales Technical Support Specialist, and the CABS team.
• Develop sales performance standards, territory plans, goals, and strategies that align with cooperative objectives.
• Administer and support federal and state programs, including E-Rate and Rural Health Care, while maintaining compliance with applicable requirements.
• Monitor sales orders, bids, renewals, customer funding windows, and contract timelines for accuracy and timeliness.
• Respond to customer inquiries and help resolve escalated service or personnel matters.
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, planning, recruiting, process improvement, and sales strategy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of outside sales or sales management experience.
• Must maintain a good driving record and a valid driver license.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting or standing for extended periods, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity including close vision.
• Occasionally may be required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• May be required occasionally to stoop, kneel, or bend.
• Ability to drive for extended periods of time.

Benefits

We provide a competitive benefits package, featuring a 14.6% employer contribution to your 401(k)-retirement plan.

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position with standard hours of 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and occasional after-hours or weekend responsibilities.