Retention Sales (Base + Commission) Id-2384

Job Description

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.


Department Summary

Our award-winning Inside Sales & Retention team successfully drives existing and future customer decision-making by selling the value of Echostar’s products and services using a consultative approach. This is 100% inbound new and existing customers - no cold calling! EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes, and Sling TV.

 

What’s In It For You? 

  • Career Growth: Opportunity is our best benefit! You’ll have the opportunity to promote two levels within your first year based on performance! 
  • Uncapped Commission: While first year on-target earning is $68,000, our top performers make well over six figures annually! 
  • Rewards and Recognition ProgramOffering high-value prizes, elaborate trips, food perks and so much more
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Paid training, time off,  Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance packages with a Health Savings Account
  • Exclusive Perks: Complimentary DISH TV programming valued at $114.99/month, plus discounts on Sling TV and Boost Mobile phone plans
  • Financial Security: 401(K) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchasing Program (ESPP)
  • Continued Education: Tuition Reimbursement to support your career development

Job Duties and Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing: 

  • Successfully position and sell DISH and Boost Mobile products and services to new and existing customers
  • Assess each customer’s needs and offer the best valued solution 
  • Demonstrate the ability and resilience to bounce back from challenging calls and maintain your focus on larger goals 
  • Effectively manage your time while engaging with customers, navigating systems, and handling real-time data entry
  • Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of our product and service offerings, promotions, and competitive advantages
  • Provide excellent customer service to build and maintain customer relationships 

 

Our Paid Training Program Offers You:

  • Whether you are an entry-level candidate or bringing transferable skills, our progressive agenda supports a smooth, successful transition into the role
  • Immersive training with computer-based modules, instructor-led sessions, hands-on activities, role-play, and call shadowing
  • Robust mentorship program to support New Hire onboarding

Skills, Experience and Requirements

  • Competitive Spirit: The drive and determination to succeed, compete with peers, and achieve sales targets
  • Growth Mindset: The willingness to actively seek, receive, and apply new skills and constructive feedback to improve performance and grow professionally
  • Customer Focus: Effectively engage with customers, understand their needs, resolve issues, and build trusting relationships that contribute to overall sales success
  • Dependability: Consistently meet commitments, maintain reliability, and uphold high standards of accountability
  • Integrity: Adheres to ethical standards, honesty, and transparency in all interactions
  • Persuasion: Influence others’ decisions and actions through clear communication, compelling arguments, and the effective demonstration of value
  • Communication: Excellent verbal communication and listening skills; ability to build rapport quickly over the phone
  • Requirements: High school diploma or GED; ability to work full-time on-site; flexible to work shifts that might include evenings, weekends, or holidays; smartphone or device with active network connection; pre-employment screen 
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