Account Director I - Complex Channel Sales

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Account Director - Complex Channel Sales will use consultative selling skills along with a strong understanding of the advanced solutions on the Lumen Platform (network, edge, cloud, security, and collaboration solutions) to consistently achieve quota attainment.

The Main Responsibilities

• Lead advanced solutions sales opportunities with Lumen Channel Partners, operating as the sales overlay for complex opportunites within Indirect.

• Meet with Partners, participate in joint sales calls to customers and assist the Partner in closing advanced solutions sales opportunities

• Assist Partners in broadening their product expertise and sales opportunities, striving for sales growth on the Lumen Platform

• Develop & grow sales funnel for advanced solutions across the Lumen portfolio with Lumen Channel Partners

• Display in-depth knowledge of the features and benefits and requirements of Lumen's Platform capabilities with the ability to articulate to Lumen Channel Partners along with the value proposition.

• Principal facilitator in the sales process through the Lumen internal ecosystem for advanced solution sales opportunities

• Attend partner and/or customer meetings and partner events, as designated by management

• Provide accurate and updated sales funnel with status on sales opportunities to meet or exceed quota requirements

• Read all communications and maintaining a high level of knowledge on all products, programs and promotions.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and/or 5+ years of experience selling network, edge, cloud, security, and collaboration solutions to businesses.

• Previous experience meeting and exceeding a monthly sales quota.

• Travel may be required

• Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record required.

• MS Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc. )

• Presentation skills for both small and large groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Selling and supporting within an indirect channel or partner based sales program for IT Organizations, Independent Software Vendors, PaaS, IaaS, VAR's , System Integrators and telecommunications agents.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$89,303 - $119,070 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.

$93,776 - $125,024 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.

$98,238 - $130,977 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

Learn more about Lumen's:

• Benefits (/ lumenbenefits. com/httpdocs2/index. html)

• Bonus Structure

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 336465

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (/jobs. lumen. com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, 'protected statuses'). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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