Senior Account Director
Zayo Group · United States · 1 wk ago
RemoteRemoteBusiness Development$109k–$136k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic account planning for accounts and ensure the delivery of customized solutions aligned with client objectives.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing day-to-day operations, addressing issues, and providing strategic guidance.
- Identify new revenue opportunities within existing accounts and develop new business relationships within the large enterprise telecom market.
- Drive complex sales cycles from qualification to closing, including solution design, proposal creation, negotiation, and contract execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, product, marketing) to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs.
- Develop long-term strategies for key accounts and align company offerings with clients’ business objectives.
- Ensure client retention and satisfaction while growing revenue in existing accounts.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and maintain competitive advantage.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (solutions engineering, delivery, legal, product, and finance teams) to ensure successful implementation of client solutions.
- Provide insights and feedback to product and service development teams to enhance offerings based on client feedback and market trends.
- Build long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders in client organizations, ensuring their needs and expectations are understood and met.
- Organize and attend client meetings, conferences, and industry events to build networks and deepen relationships.
- Address escalated issues, provide solutions, and maintain a high level of client satisfaction throughout the partnership.
- Monitor account performance, track KPIs, and report progress to senior management.
- Provide regular updates on account health, revenue forecasts, and opportunities to senior leadership.
- Utilize CRM systems to track sales activities and ensure accurate reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in Telecom sales – Enterprise or Wholesale.
- Proven track record of successful hunting and driving business growth.
- Experience working with senior executives and leading cross-functional teams.
- Strong understanding of telecom infrastructure, IP services, and the security vertical.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze market trends and competitive intelligence to drive strategic decision-making.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Pay
- Estimated Base Salary Range: $108,900.00 - $136,100.00 USD/annually.
Schedule
- The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.