Direct Sales Representative

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today!

  
We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team, empower lives, fuel businesses, and drive innovation. Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. Our successes, now and in the future, are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is for you! 

Job Summary

Make ‘Life Changing Money' Selling a Product Everyone Needs! No Weekends, Paid Industry-Leading Training, unlimited commission, Day-One Benefits, and Sales experience not required, Will Train!
What Are Some Perks of the Job?

•     Competitive salary
•     Unlimited commission potential
•     Paid time off and no weekends
•     Flexible schedule for top sales reps***
•     Tuition reimbursement
•     401(k) Retirement
•     Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Orthodontic insurance plans)
•     Discounts on AOptimum services (where applicable)
•     Pet insurance

 
Looking for a career with growth Here's how we help you advance in your career with Optimum:

Nearly all of sales supervisors, managers and senior leaders started as Account Executives themselves, and what they learned on the job molded them into talented leaders and helped advance their careers.As a motivated and dedicated member of the Optimum Direct Sales team, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your sales skills and advance your career.
You'll benefit from their ongoing coaching, mentorship, and leadership to keep your career moving forward.
    We offer various opportunities for you to continue to develop yourself and your skills.
 

Responsibilities

What does a Residential Account Executive do?

Our Account Executives work outside in residential areas and go door-to-door selling Optimum products and services, such as high-speed internet, advanced TV, mobile, and voice technologies.

By building rapport and asking the right questions, they match people with customized solutions that best fit their needs and lifestyles.

How do we help you succeed and earn money quickly?

• Virtual classroom training and face-to-face training sessions.
• Hands-on training and professional feedback from peers and sales supervisors.
• Peer mentoring and regular group huddles.
• Technology, uniforms**, and personal protective equipment to help you do the job.
• Solid leads to give you a strong start.
• Ongoing professional development to help you enhance your sales skills.
• Ongoing support from sales managers, directors, and senior leaders.
• Regular updates to keep you up-to-date on our evolving products and services.

Qualifications

How Do You Get Started?No sales experience is necessary, but the minimum requirements and essential functions for a Residential Account Executives are:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Use of a reliable personal vehicle (unless in Brooklyn/Bronx and able to use mass transit), a valid driver's license, car insurance, and a satisfactory driving record
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence
• Ability to work schedule as assigned
• Able to work outdoors
• Once trained, maintain performance standards of role
   

What Makes a Great Residential Account Executive We train you on how to do the jobs, learn our products and sell, however our best Account Executives are:

• Positive
• Coachable
• Motivated Achievers
• Show Professional Persistence
• Great Communicators
• Self-Disciplined
• Self-Motivated
• Adaptable
• Accountable
• Have a strong desire to control their earnings
   

A Culture with No Limits! Working at Optimum means pushing boundaries and trying things we never thought were possible. This is the team of the future. Join us!

Field uniforms provided in select states. In states where uniforms are not provided, approved personal clothing is authorized.

Flexible schedule contingent upon successfully meeting the requirements of the Be Your Own Boss program

At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These aren’t just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them. It’s all part of the bigger picture of “Be The Difference” where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stops. 

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.  

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review our Fraud FAQ for further details.

The pay range is $90,000.00 - $120,000.00/ year (which includes base plus estimated average annual commissions).

Base salary at time of hire: $40,000, plus commissions.  Commissions are estimated and not guaranteed. Earning potential varies based on individual sales performance and are subject to the terms of applicable commission plan(s).

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.