Residential Sales & Save Specialist - East

Job TitleThis role is remote and not required to be in the office, however this position is required that the candidate lives within 50 miles of the Phoenix business unit. Internal employees from Tupelo, MS, Coraopolis, PA or Lombard, IL are eligible to apply.Job SummaryResponds same day to controllable and uncontrollable customer sales and cancellation requests assigned to the Inside Sales Channel. Through the development and implementation of sound sales and retention strategies and the use of effective selling and negotiation skills maximizes revenues and minimizes the impact of cancellation request and rate rollbacks. Secures updated contract agreements from customers.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.Sells and Saves, secures, and converts' by handling all customer sales and cancellation requests, providing ongoing education of contract details to existing customers, and by obtaining customer contract commitments using sound telephone-based negotiation practices.Resolves escalations for customer service within the defined territory.Generates revenue growth by utilizing a consultative selling approach in the acquisition and retention of current WM customers.Establishes and maintains a high level of customer satisfaction. This includes meeting customer sales and retention goals. Communicates to and works with the Market Area Sales Manager to support and resolve unique customer issues.Reduces lost accounts by diffusing cancellation requestsIncreases revenue and profitability by executing sound plans on sales and retention calls to improve the customers' service and/or profitability while minimizing price rollbacks.Matches WM services with customer needs by demonstrating knowledge of customers, pricing and competition; effectively communicates pricing and service strategies; proactively engages other WM business opportunities, referring internally as appropriate.Effectively uses WM sales productivity software tools (i.e. Prospect and Customer Database, Proposal Program, Pricing Tools, Genesys, Green Pages etc.).Acquires in depth industry and company knowledge in order to prepare complex proposals and make recommendations on equipment optimization and leasing options.Proposes customer solutions that are compliant with appropriate local, state and federal regulations.Updates and secures customer service agreements.QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. Must live and work in the US.Education: High school diploma or GED (accredited) and one year of relevant work experience.Experience: One (1) year of consumer-based industry sales (in addition to education requirement).Internal requirements include nine (9) months of proven success in a position involving customer interaction.Work EnvironmentListed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Normal setting for this job is: Remote / work from home, customer industrial facilities, corporate offices, airports, hotels.Attire for this job is: business, business casualCompensationThe expected base range for this position across the U.S. is $19.50 - $20.50. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.BenefitsAt WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.