Communications Representative jobs in Biddeford, ME

Sells products and services to customers in assigned non-bulk multi-dwelling units (MDU) areas/properties with 20 doors through door-to-door solicitation and lobby events.

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience
• Meets established objectives relative to monthly sales goals and increased sales volume and penetration through assigned leads and assigned property portfolio
• Solicits residential customers through door-to door solicitation and lobby events
• Generates incremental revenue from existing customers by adding new/additional services
• Responds to customer problems and complaints according to established company policy; follows through to ensure issues are satisfactorily resolved
• Maintains a well-informed knowledge base of competitors activities throughout assigned territory; informs manager of any changing competitive pricing programs or marketing directions
• Attends and actively contributes to sales meetings and training programs
• Accurately completes all necessary paperwork to support sales activities in a manner consistent with quality control guidelines, including dispositions, sales orders and sales reporting
• Collect and account for funds and provide receipts according to Company policy and guidelines

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of cold call sales skills, persuasion, and clear communication skills
• Ability to travel (including during inclement weather) to and from assigned territories and company facilities using a reliable personal vehicle
• Ability to work outside for extended periods in any season and/or during inclement weather
• Familiarity with computer operating systems, a myriad of consumer and commercial communications devices (e.g., PDAs, smartphones, routers, modems, converters, and wireless devices), and computer software applications
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record within Company required standards

Required Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years

• Experience in sales or customer service - 0 to 6 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of communications technologies and services, with an emphasis on data networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of cable or telecommunications services
• Experience with consumer education of products and services
• Success in a previous sales position, prospecting or cold calling; direct sales experience is preferred, but not required.

Preferred Related Work Experience and Number of Years

• Sales or relevant work experience - 1

Working Conditions

• Spends approximately 80% of time in outside environment for extended periods of time in any season with potential exposure to inclement weather
• Must be able to lift 10-20 pounds for 20 - 30 feet (digital boxes, etc.)
• Exposure to moderate noise levels
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends
• Variable hours: may include weekends, holidays, and split days off

Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Walking door to door for extensive periods through local communities

Mental Requirements

• Ability to complete documentation accurately
• Ability to build mutually beneficial relationships with all management at assigned properties
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in clear and straightforward manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to deal with the public in a professional manner
• Ability to maintain high level of self-motivation
• Ability to maintain favorable relations with subscribers, vendors and employees within the service area
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications