Business Account Executive

Description

Are you eager to learn and ready to bring energy and ambition to a team that values growth? Do you get fired up by the idea of knocking on doors, building relationships, and helping small businesses thrive with better internet? If so, we’d love to have you join us as a Business Account Executive at Socket Fiber!

Socket Fiber is expanding fast, and we’re not just growing our network—we’re building the next generation of sales leaders. In this role, you’ll work face-to-face with small and medium-sized businesses, introducing them to our fiber-powered internet and communications solutions. If you're looking for more than just your next job—and you're ready to work hard, learn the process, and grow with the company—we want to hear from you.

Location: This is a field-based role in the Columbia, Missouri market. Daily 8 AM virtual or in-office meetings followed by territory work during business hours.

What You'll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Own your local territory by generating leads through door-to-door prospecting, networking, and consistent follow-up with small and mid-sized businesses.
• Make an impact by introducing decision-makers to the value of Socket Fiber’s business services.
• Assess customer needs and deliver tailored solutions using Socket’s full suite of business products, including Broadband/Dedicated Internet, Voice Services, and Cloud-Based Phone Systems (UCaaS)
• Hit your numbers by meeting or exceeding monthly sales goals and key performance benchmarks.
• Stay organized by managing your pipeline in Salesforce and following up regularly to close opportunities.
• Keep learning through daily sales calls, team check-ins, training sessions, and development opportunities.
• Be the face of Socket in your market—maintain a professional presence and always represent the brand with integrity.
• Work smart and efficiently, making the most of your time in the field. Mileage is paid, so use it wisely.
• Pitch in as needed and be ready to take on additional duties that help the team grow.
  
  

Desired Attributes

Beyond the qualifications, these attributes are what make someone a great fit for our team:

• Fire in the belly—competitive spirit and high energy
• Strong communication and people skills
• Thrives in a structured sales process
• Entrepreneurial mindset—you’ve failed, learned, and bounced back
• Desire to grow within a company
• Brings grit, adaptability, and coachability to every interaction
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

What Will Help You Stand Out:

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior sales experience (especially door-to-door or in-person)
• Experience working in customer service or a client-facing role
• General knowledge of telecommunications services (i.e. internet, wireless, phone systems)
• Passion for helping local businesses grow
  
  

Why Join Socket Fiber?

At Socket Fiber, we're redefining what it means to connect communities. We share a mission-driven culture focused on bringing high-speed internet to areas that need it most. We're not just selling a service—we're providing access, opportunity, and real change. Socket Fiber offers a culture where employee strengths are highlighted and recognized.

A few of the key ways we strive to make employees feel valued include:

• Competitive base pay + robust performance-based commission
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401k match)
• Free fiber service (if available in your area)
• Tuition reimbursement for relevant continuing education
• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities
  
  

Our Core Values

• Respect: Toward all customers, communities, property, and coworkers.
• Advocacy: We don’t just support customers—we champion them.
• Transparency: In what we deliver and how we do business.
• Progress: We grow with our customers and our communities.
• Winning: Every conversation is a chance to earn trust—and a new customer.
  
  

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to grow your career and help shape the future of business connectivity in Missouri, apply today!

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

To be considered for this role, you'll need the following required qualifications:

• Current & valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Ability to travel daily within your assigned local market (30-90 minute radius from your main market)
• Physical ability to walk and be on your feet for long periods
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather
• Comfort navigating rejection—this is a performance-driven, commission-heavy role
• Availability for an 8 AM team meeting daily (virtual or in-person)