Government Account Executive, Wireless

Our Vision: Be the best at what we do. Our Mission: Improve lives through technology.

Summary:

“Customer Inspired” isn’t our slogan — it’s our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to engage the exceptional and embrace operational excellence to best deliver connectivity and technology solutions that advance our communities and customer’s lives. It’s a challenging goal, but we have a winning team that is looking to grow.
As a Government Account Executive, you will be responsible for managing and growing government wireless accounts through direct engagement, tailored wireless solutions, and high-level support. You will drive revenue, retention, and relationship development with local government and educational institutions, ensuring C Spire’s wireless services meet their evolving needs.

Responsibilities:

What You Will Do

In all of your duties, you will have a relentless, obsessive, yet disciplined approach to manage all details to perfection and deliver desired results.

• Responsible for direct management, sales, retention and revenue growth to all Local Wireless Government Accounts.

• Manage and support the business plan and sales strategy developed by Senior Management.

• Provide timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all completed prospect opportunities including RFPs and quotes.

• Assist Senior Management in maintaining accurate records of pricing, sales, and activity reports.

• Implement action plans developed to penetrate new markets, measuring success through customer acquisition and revenue.

• Ensure ongoing face-to-face contact with customers on a scheduled basis.

• Assist the Wireless State Contract and Operational Team with State Agency Accounts.

• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and ethics codes.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

This position is an exceptional introduction to government wireless account management, as there is plenty of room to grow and learn from outstanding individuals in the field. From Government Account Executive you will have a perfect springboard into all areas of C Spire and develop robust career skills.

Qualifications:

What You Will Bring

As a C Spire team member you will bring a relentless obsession to be the best in our industry and a winning mentality, determined to outsmart and outdo competitors. You will have a single-minded commitment to unbeatable internal customer and external candidate experience. To support our Government Sales team you will have an unapologetic passion for innovation and technology and an uncompromising drive toward continuous improvement.

For Government Wireless Account Executive I, we require:

• Proven sales experience including quota attainment, sales forecasting, and appointment setting.

• Experience in wireless and telecommunications.

• Strong working relationships with local government accounts and K–12 schools.

• A minimum of 5 years of wireless sales experience.

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

For Government Wireless Account Executive II, we require:

• All qualifications required for Account Executive I.

• A minimum of 12 years of wireless sales experience.

• Proven success managing high-value government and education accounts.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

We will give special consideration to candidates who have:

• A college degree.

• Established relationships with government and education accounts in the designated work area.

What You Will Gain

A great workplace needs more than dental coverage, though we provide that and excellent health insurance. But that’s just the start. We make sure working at C Spire is the best career experience around. And Forbes has named us one of America's Best Midsize Employers multiple times because of it. We also offer:

• Competitive Compensation Package

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance

• Tuition Assistance Programs

• Complimentary Wireless Service & Device*

• 401k Match

• Teladoc Telemedicine

• WellBeacon Wellness Program

• Paid Talent Referral Opportunities

• Tailored learning paths for every position

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit for long periods of time, be able to lift 40 lbs., and lift materials. Must be able to use a computer keyboard and/or mouse while viewing computer screen. Some evening or weekends.

*Complimentary wireless service and device available to team members in our wireless footprint.