Account Executive (Inside Sales)

Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is THE place to be, if you are interested in:

• A multicultural and international company engaged in internal career opportunities for its employees and in corporate social responsibility.
• Strong values accompanied by diversity and inclusion that lie at the heart of who we are and what we do.
• Flexible and hybrid work environment on all our sites which grants a work-life balance.

What is my role?

We are seeking a motivated Account Executive (Inside Sales) to join our USA regional team. This position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are looking to build a strong foundation in enterprise technology sales. You will play a key role in lead generation, pipeline development, and supporting the regional sales team across the USA region.

What am I responsible for?

• Proactively engage with prospects and customers through calls, emails, and digital platforms
• Qualify and nurture inbound and outbound leads to support field sales
• Assist in preparing quotes, proposals, and basic technical documentation under the guidance of senior sales staff
• Schedule meetings and demos for Sales Account Managers and Solution Architects
• Collaborate with marketing on campaign follow-up and lead conversion activities
• Maintain accurate opportunity records in Salesforce and support CRM data quality
• Track and report on key sales metrics (activity, pipeline status, lead conversion)
• Provide timely customer responses and help resolve basic commercial inquiries
• Stay up to date with ALE’s product portfolio, pricing models, and vertical market positioning

What are my qualifications?

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, IT, or a related field
• 0–5 years of experience in sales, business development, or customer-facing roles (internship experience welcome)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
• Knowledge of or interest in cloud communications, networking, or enterprise IT solutions
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM platforms is a plus

What do we offer?

At Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support your professional growth, financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Our total rewards package includes:

• Competitive annual base salary with eligibility for performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions covering more than 90% of employee medical premiums.
• Four weeks of paid vacation annually, along with paid holidays and additional paid time off benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of up to 6% to help you plan for your future.
• Employer-paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage.
• Employer-paid life insurance coverage.
• Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance through hybrid work opportunities where applicable.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) providing confidential support and resources for employees and their families.
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and internal mobility within a global technology organization.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture built around collaboration, innovation, and respect.

At Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, you will have the opportunity to work in a multicultural, global environment while contributing to innovative solutions that connect people, businesses, and communities around the world.