VodafoneThree - Sales Specialist, IoT & MPN

VodafoneThree
Stoke-on-Trent
2 months ago
Applications closed

Location: Stoke + Location Independent Worker


Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Vodafone benefits


Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday


Who We Are

We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.


We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.


We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.


You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.


Why VodafoneThree

Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.


We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.


You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.


We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.


Be part of our Business UK function, a team that are revolutionising how customers use technology and connectivity. With our extensive range of products and services, we help all kinds of organisations – from small, local businesses to multi-national corporations – unlocking the potential of new technologies, including 5G, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT).


What You’ll Do

The purpose of our Specialist Sales team is to support Vodafone Business UK to drive AOV in our strategic growth product areas, providing the technical and commercial expertise to support our customer.


Our Sales Specialists are experts within their product categories, and alongside owning opportunities, work with our Sales teams to build capability on their product specialisms, to raise the bar and ability to sell these products within our business. Key accountabilities include:



  • Developing and executing plans to hit and exceed annual order value targets
  • Owning opportunities for your product area along with desk based account manager from qualify through to close
  • Owning the sales process from a solution and value proposition perspective
  • Forecasting and reporting on sales performance effectively, accurately and on time
  • Upskilling desk teams on product portfolio to identify future opportunities
  • Providing customer insight to help shape future development into the Product teams
  • Staying up to date with industry and product trends to develop knowledge in selling your product line

Who You Are

  • Communication skills to persuade, influence and upskill others
  • Experience of working with customers in a B2B environment
  • Knowledge of a Specialist product area - at least one of the following: IoT, MPN, 5g Slicing, FWA, Satellite
  • A continuous desire to learn, develop and achieve

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.


What We Offer

We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays, and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.


Need to know

We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulator's standards.


If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (https://careers.vodafone.com/uk/applying-to-us/) for guidance.


We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.


During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.


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