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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Blaine, Minnesota

About this job

The optimist in you sees the potential. The salesperson you are sees opportunity knocking.

What do you want out of your career? What are you missing in your life?

At CenturyLink our employees are our most valuable asset; many employees have built successful careers at CenturyLink, growing with us as we have expanded to serve new markets with new technologies. We value the highest ethical standards applied to a positive work environment and seek out people with new perspectives as we acquire talent in careers that will support our continued growth.

CenturyLink is a true leader in taking communications and hosted services to the next level. Take a moment to view The Human Face of Technology video and visit www.centurylink.com for more information!

Sales Associate -- National Field Sales Organization

Joining the CenturyLink National Field Sales team is an excellent opportunity for you to work in the competitive technology solutions industry.

The CenturyLink National Field sales organization is comprised of our retail stores, outside sales teams, and our account manager teams all of which work in our local markets in a variety of consumer sales segments. You will have an opportunity to learn our dynamic business and work with field based partners and resources. You will work directly with our customers to provide solutions that improve lives, strengthen businesses, and connect communities by delivering advanced technologies and solutions with honest and personal service.

These positions offer:

Competitive base pay, up to $30,719.70/year, based on your experience and skills Generous sales incentives Commission at 100% is $12,000/year Current YTD avg. monthly commission payout is $1,246, or $14,952/yr Capped at 250%, so you can earn up to $30,000/year in addition to the base pay! Paid training with travel to beautiful Denver, CO. Benefits (most after 31 days): Medical, Dental, Vision Life insurance Paid time off & paid holidays Wellness rewards Discounts on CenturyLink and partner products and services 401(k) with company match (from day one) Tuition reimbursement (after one year of service) Exciting career opportunities and career development

As a sales associate, you will play a pivotal role in the continued stability and growth of our organization, by serving as a front-line ambassador of the CenturyLink brand. Working in a CenturyLink Store, you will guide customers through the purchase decision, installation process and education of CenturyLink product offerings while providing an exceptional customer experience.

Classification : Regular Full-Time employees are scheduled to work at least forty (40) hours per calendar week for an indefinite period of time.

Job Functions :

Ability to interview customers face-to-face, via the phone and at outside events/shows. Ability to work in set location, as well as in other metro area stores upon request. Handling customer inquiries as it relates to CenturyLink's product offerings, pricing, billing, etc. Meeting established sales objectives by selling CenturyLink's products and services. Assisting Retail Store Manager in maximizing sales and profitability through focusing on key business initiatives, store presentation, marketing execution, inventory management, customer service, loss prevention, risk management, and daily operational cost control. Completing operational duties, including paperwork and sales reports as they relate to store opening and closing. Handling customer escalations. Adhering to CenturyLink's policies and procedures as they relate to Retail Store employees. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to stand in an enclosed area 100% of your shift while assisting customers.

Job Requirements Basic Qualifications :

One year of retail sales or customer service experience. Strong communication skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to attend a one week new hire training in Denver, CO. (company paid)

Preferred Qualifications:

Telecommunications knowledge. Proven success in a commission sales environment.

To be considered for this position, all candidates are required to complete an online assessment (administered immediately post application and may take up to appox. 60 min). The assessment MUST be taken within 5 days of application.

Be an integral part of the action and grow with us as we lead the communications industry into the future. Take command of your career: submit your interest today!

EEO Statement 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, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Company Statement CenturyLink is an industry-leading provider of communications, high speed Internet and entertainment services from coast to coast. Our combination of business and residential service solutions -- including home and wireless voice solutions and digital television -- provide innovative solutions to our customers. CenturyLink is proud to be a participant in the U.S. General Services Administration Networx program, the largest communications services contract in the world. CenturyLink offers you the opportunity to develop and cultivate your career as we lead the communications industry into the future. Disclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.