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Sales Director, Philadelphia, PA

Cogent Communications

Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Director
120k-140k
11 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, ranked among the top five networks in the world. The company specializes in providing high-speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services through its all-optical IP network backbone, serving over 216 markets worldwide. Cogent offers large bandwidth connections at competitive prices, along with superior customer support through end-to-end service delivery and network monitoring. The Sales Director role involves leading a sales team, developing sales strategies, and maintaining direct customer contact to drive revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead a sales team consisting of Sales Managers and their representatives.
  • Develop and execute a sales strategy to meet assigned new revenue quotas.
  • Maintain direct contact with customers as a major part of the role.
  • Lead, coach, and train sales managers and sales reps in selling Cogent products.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of success selling Telecom/Technology products.
  • Experience in finding new business opportunities.
  • Strong team leadership and management experience, including managing Sales Managers.
  • Motivation, drive, and a great work ethic.
  • Ability to work in a challenging environment.
  • Proficiency with PC-based applications such as Word, Excel, and CRM systems is a plus.
  • Some travel will be required.
  • A college degree is preferred.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with CRM systems.
  • Proficiency with PC-based applications such as Word and Excel.

Qualifications

  • A college degree is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

  • Full benefits package that takes effect within 30 days of employment.
  • Matching 401k and stock options.
  • Opportunity to lead a sales team with unlimited earning potential.
  • Supportive and fast-paced work environment.
  • Opportunities for growth within the company.
  • Promotion from top-performing team members into leadership roles.

Working at Cogent Communications

Cogent is a financially stable, fast-growing organization with a strong balance sheet. It values individual and team achievements, promotes top performers into leadership roles, and provides an exciting environment for growth and success.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 15, 2025
Salary120k-140k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceDirector

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About Cogent Communications

Website

cogentco.com

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Industry

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

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