Outside Sales Representative - Broadband

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Graybar is proud to be a part of the effort to completely deploy 5G in urban, suburban and rural environments across the country! We are currently adding Outside Sales Representatives across the United States to focus on selling products and services to wireline, wireless and utility customers involved in the 5G deployment. You will develop new prospects and maintain contact with established customers, regularly visiting them at their site of business or other off‑site locations.

If connecting personally with your customers and delivering the best service in the industry is your priority, we are looking for you to join us in being a part of this exciting opportunity!

• Meet or exceed assigned annual budgets working in assigned territory
• Support strategic accounts as primary point of contact for daily activity
• Drive sales and merchandise programs, provide input on new products and services
• Build strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and recommending Graybar services and programs tailored to their business objectives
• Navigate inside the customer and gain market share of their purchases
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows and sales meetings
• Ensure up‑to‑date, accurate customer records including reports of business transactions

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field or equivalent experience
• Understanding of territory with business connections in market
• Knowledge of product line and pricing
• Strong ability to negotiate and be persuasive
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while working on multiple opportunities in parallel
• 6‑10 years of experience preferred
• Preferred experience in the following markets:
  • Traditional Telco (Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 Telephone Companies)
  • OSP Contractors (National, Regional and Local Contractors supporting Telcos)
  • Backhaul/Middle Mile Carriers (Builders of national broadband pathways)
  • Wireless (Carriers, 5G, Small Cell, Tower Owners, Contractors)
  • Utility (IOUs, EMCs, Municipal Power, Smart City)
  • CATV (National and Regional MSOs)
  • CIG (Local/State Government, DOT, Education)
• Preferred experience in sales or business development with Carrier Customers or Neutral Host Enterprises
• Preferred experience or trade knowledge on Small Cell, CRAN, Macro tower builds or adds, Microwave, pLTE
• Ability to travel up to 60‑70% of the time for face‑to‑face meetings

The expected salary for this position is starting at $70,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company‑assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax‑free reimbursement.

More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full‑time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts
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• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans
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• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation &
  Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
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