Position : Director I of Enterprise Government Sales

Location : Honolulu, HI

Job Purpose :

As the Director of Sales for Enterprise & Government Sales at Hawaiian Telcom you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and market expansion in the telecommunications sector in Hawaii. You will lead a team of sales professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation while building strong relationships with high-profile local customers. Your primary focus will be on acquisition sales and revenue retention, with a keen eye on signaling strength and confidence both internally and externally.

Essential Functions :

• Leadership and Team Management (30%):

• Provide visionary leadership to the Enterprise & Government Sales team, setting clear objectives and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing sales team, ensuring alignment with company goals and values.

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and drive market penetration.

• Customer Relationship Management (25%):

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key enterprise and government clients in the local market, serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner.

• Identify customer needs and pain points, tailoring solutions to meet their specific requirements and driving customer satisfaction and loyalty.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, and customer success teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that address customer needs.

• Sales Strategy and Execution (20%):

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to maximize revenue growth and market share in alignment with company objectives.

• Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth and innovation.

• Drive sales pipeline management, forecasting accuracy, and deal closure, ensuring consistent achievement of sales targets.

• Sales Culture and Performance (15%):

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability, implementing best practices and sales methodologies to drive performance excellence.

• Implement sales enablement programs and tools to empower the sales team and enhance productivity and efficiency.

• Establish clear performance metrics and KPIs, providing regular feedback and coaching to drive individual and team success.

Education :

Four years of College resulting in a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Relevant Work Experience :

8 to 10 years in related field

Experience in enterprise or government sales, preferably in the telecommunications or technology industry.

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Proven track record of success in driving revenue growth and exceeding sales targets in a high-performance sales environment.

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team of sales professionals.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with internal and external stakeholders.

• Deep understanding of the telecommunications industry, market trends, and customer needs in Oahu, Hawaii.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute sales strategies that drive business results.

• Highly organized with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

Supervisory Responsibility :

This position has one or more employee direct reports

Salary Range: $125,000 - $200,000

We were made aware of an employment scam in which a third-party is creating false communications under the Hawaiian Telcom name. We want to reiterate that Hawaiian Telcom never seeks payment from job applicants and only reaches out from @hawaiiantel.com email addresses. We are encouraging applicants to apply through our website at Hawaiian Telcom Careers (https://www.hawaiiantel.com/aboutus/Careers) for added security.

Aloha! Welcome to Hawaiian Telcom's listing of current job openings. Hawaiian Telcom, the premier telecommunications company headquartered in Honolulu, offers Hawaii's consumers and businesses a spectrum of telecommunication solutions, taking full advantage of proven and emerging technologies. We are focused on building and maintaining a diverse team of employees who are committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience.

We call the communities we serve home and giving back to these communities is an important part of our culture.

Hawaiian Telcom offers an amazing Mālama Hours Program, Employee Resource Groups, and organized corporate community service events that further strengthen our community relationships.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran, military status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Due to U.S. Government requirements applicable to foreign-owned telecommunications providers, non-US citizens will be required to submit to an extensive government agency background check which will necessitate disclosure of sensitive Personally Identifiable Information.

Hawaiian Telcom and its subsidiaries is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and we provide reasonable accommodations for qualifying individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application and interview procedures. If you would like to request an ADA accommodation for any part of the application and/or interview process, please contact our HR Compliance Department at 513-397-0524 or send an email to ht.recruitment@hawaiiantel.com. If you should have any difficulty, you may use our alternative methods to express your interest in employment. A wonderful career awaits you!