Silke Communications Solutions is an employee-owned, full-service, wireless communications provider with locations across the Western US. With over 50 years of experience and the commitment that comes from employee ownership, we serve a wide range of industries, including public safety, emergency dispatch, transportation, construction, utilities, and more. Our services range from provisioning, installation, and maintenance of digital radio and data equipment to the construction and maintenance of the communications facilities and towers supporting our West Coast-wide area digital network, FleetNet™, the world's largest privately owned Kenwood NXDN radio system

With our collaborative teams and comprehensive service offerings, SCS is the industry's go-to strategic partner for wireless radio and two-way radios services and products. To deliver on our promise to customers and team members - we're focused on hiring, training, and retaining exceptional talent. That's where you come in. Learn more at www.silkecom.com.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Silke Communications is looking for a results-driven sales representative to actively seek out and engage customer prospects. We are looking to hire professionals with strong sales experience in communications or technology, preferably with business-to-business and/or governmental experience. Candidate must be a quick learner, operate independently and with a larger team, and who has the right combination of customer service ethic, attention to detail, and can demonstrate the ability to maintain long-term relationships with customers.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work in a consultative style to promote and sell communications technologies including two-way radio equipment and services, WAN and LAN networks, microwave, DAS, and more.
• Provide and complete appropriate solutions for every customer to boost top-line revenue growth, customer acquisition levels, and profitability.
• Prospect for sales opportunities via telephone, personal visits, mailings, personal letters, internet searches, attending trade shows, industrial events, meetings, and via referrals from existing customers.
• Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads.
• Attends client meetings via telephone, video, and in-person to discuss sales solutions.
• Makes site and facility visits to observe and determine communication needs and possible solutions.
• Prepares and presents sales proposals to customers, meeting quotas set by management.
• Works with supervisor to quote prices, credit terms and prepares sales agreements for orders obtained.
• Provides project management support and estimates the date of delivery to the customer.
• Trains new customers in the use of equipment.
• Provides monthly forecasts, sales plans, sales funnel and sales results, and annual forecast reports.
• Enters new customer data and other sales data for current customers into the cloud database.
• Develops and maintains relationships with purchasing contacts.
• Investigates and resolves customer concerns with deliveries.
• Contacts customers post-sale to ensure satisfaction.
• Attends new product training as needed.
• Develops and implements plans and strategies for quickly developing sales territory.
• Articulates the value proposition of our products and services to convert prospects to customers.
• Proven success in the ability to close new business.
• High-level understanding of radio concepts and a moderate understanding of general wireless technology (this can be learned on the job).
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Sales Manager.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 2 years of related sales rep experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience with a background in business, marketing, project management, or psychology.
• We are looking for someone highly motivated, hungry to find NEW business and not sitting around, waiting for leads to come in.
• Work in a consultative style to promote and sell.
• Someone who is driven and very autonomous in their sales progression.
• A track record of sales success is more important to us than formal education, making experience and education somewhat flexible.
• Quick learner, operates independently and with a larger team, and has the right combination of customer service ethic, attention to detail, and can demonstrate the ability to maintain long-term relationships with customers.
• Possesses strong computer skills, efficient in typing, and has experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join the leading employee-owned, wireless communications services enterprise that will provide you with the opportunity and resources you need to develop a successful career. Silke Communications Solutions offers a family-friendly and innovative, team-centered culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits plan including:

• Base salary plus commission, bonuses, and expense reimbursement.
• Healthcare Benefits (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Pet, and Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

PAY TRANSPARENCY

The base salary range for this position is $40,000 - 60,000 annually plus commissions. When extending an offer of employment, Silke Communications Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Silke Communications Solutions (SCS) believes in strength through diversity. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. SCS encourages applicants of all ages. Come join us.