Telephone Sales Representative

POSITION OVERVIEW TELEPHONE SALES REPRESENTATIVEWe are looking for onsite sales representatives to support consumer and business outbound sales programs for commercial clients. In this role, you will make outbound calls to prospects and customers, acquire new customers, upsell existing ones, and provide customer information on client products and services. This position offers a competitive base wage and lucrative sales commissions and contest incentives. This is an excellent opportunity for you to start your career, and with our industry-leading training, you are sure to succeed. We offer many advancement opportunities, including Supervisor, Trainer, Talent Acquisition, and Operations Management. To be considered for this position, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including screening questions and a brief pre-employment test. -------------- POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT DOES SOMEONE IN THIS ROLE ACTUALLY DO? This position supports customer service, technical support, and customer sales interactions. This role requires you to interact with hundreds of customers each week across the country to resolve support issues, sell new products and services, and ensure a best-in-class customer experience. In addition to being the best in the business when it comes to customer interactions, you will need to be confident, fully engaged, a team player, and dedicated to bringing a positive and enthusiastic outlook to work each day. Essential DutiesHandle inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional mannerListen to customers, understand their needs, and resolve customer issuesResearch systems to find missing information as applicable; coordinate with other departments to resolve issues as applicableFollow the processes of the Client program and perform all tasks in a courteous and professional mannerUtilize systems and technology to complete account management tasksAccurately document and process customer claims in appropriate systemsFollow all required scripts, policies, and proceduresUtilize knowledge base and training to accurately answer customer questionsComply with requirements surrounding confidential information and personal informationAppropriately escalate customer issues with the managerial teamEscalate customer issues to the appropriate staff and managerial for resolution as needed.Ensure first call resolution through problems solving and effective call handling Attend meetings and training and review all new training material to stay up-to-date on changes to program knowledge, systems, and processesAdhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT?  It's about building relationships and turning the knowledge you gain in training into customer wins. Representatives make a difference to customers and the company, providing over-the-phone customer service, sales, and technical support. We provide all new employees with world-class training, so all positive, driven, and confident applicants are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated, energetic, and dedicated. RequiredMust be 18 years of age or olderHigh school diploma or equivalentExperience with data-entry utilizing a computerThe ability to read and speak English fluentlyHave a wired, high-speed internet connection (Download speed of 20Mbps+)Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skillsThe ability to type swiftly and accurately (20+ words a minute)Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts within our hours of operation including the training period. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications and the ability to learn new and complex computer system applicationsHighly reliable with the ability to maintain regular attendance and punctualityThe ability to evaluate, troubleshoot, and follow-up on customer issuesAn aptitude for conflict resolution, problem solving and negotiationMust be customer service oriented (empathetic, responsive, patient, and conscientious)Ability to multi-task, stay focused, and self-manageStrong team orientation and customer focusThe ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where change and ambiguity are prevalentExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with your team and customersPreferred (Not Required)One (1) year of experience in customer service, technical support, inside sales, back-office, chat, or administrative support in a contact center environmentWork at home experienceState or Federal work experience CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must be authorized to work in their country of residence (The United States or Canada)Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation resultsMust be willing to submit to drug screening. COMPENSATION DETAILS WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION? We believe that hard work should pay off, so we make sure that our compensation and total rewards are competitive. Employees earn paid time off as well as paid holidays and paid training opportunities. Regular daily, weekly and monthly incentives are part of the overall compensation our team members enjoy and include monetary incentive and prizes such as computers, tablets, phones, TV’s, trips, tickets, and even cars. In addition to our standard group benefits offering for full-time employees following 90-days of employment, all employees are eligible to opt for our MEC medical plan after only 30-days of employment. Benefits options and plans vary slightly by location. JUST A FEW OF THE BENEFITSMedical, Dental, and Vision Coverage OptionsPaid Time-OffAdvancement OpportunityFun, Engaging Work EnvironmentCasual Dress CodeCash and Prize Contests PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of MCI and affiliates to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Kate Murph, Vice President of Human Resources, .