Sales Manager Jobs in Altoona, IA

A Sales Manager oversees the sales team within a company, sets sales goals and quotas, designs sales strategies, and researches trends. They are responsible for training and mentoring sales staff, reviewing sales performance, and meeting with potential clients to secure new business opportunities. They also analyze sales data to understand market trends and customer needs. Sales Managers play an integral role in the success of a business, as they directly impact revenue generation and customer retention.

To be successful, a Sales Manager requires excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in using sales software and CRM tools is necessary. Certifications, such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), or Certified Sales Executive (CSE), can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Sales Manager, a professional may work in roles like Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Business Development Associate.

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Enablement Program Manager, Sales Methodology

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago

Nutanix Enablement Program Manager, Sales Methodology in Des Moines , Iowa Enablement Program Manager, Sales Methodology Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity As an Enablement...

Manager, Sales Regional Accounts Team

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago

Hilton Manager, Sales Regional Accounts Team in Des Moines , Iowa ***The location for this position is virtual/remote*** This is your chance to be part of a Global Sales Team that ensures Hilton...

Remote Work

Territory Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago

Vontier Territory Sales Manager in Des Moines , Iowa Do you enjoy working with a highly collaborative sales team backed by an innovative company with full support services?...

Boston Scientific - ASC Territory Manager - High Plains

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 21 hours ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's...

Manager, Business Development

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 22 hours ago

Hilton Manager, Business Development in Des Moines , Iowa ***The location for this position is virtual/remote*** This is your chance to be part of a Global Sales Team that ensures Hilton owners...

Remote Work

Area Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Area Sales Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Sells utilizing the Diatherix Eurofins sales approach Educates customers on the value of Diatherix Eurofins products...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: AutoZone's Territory Sales Manager (TSM) maintains strong relationships with current and existing Commercial customers while obtaining new business with shop owners in the designated territory...

Regional Sales Manager - Plains

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Set Your Future IN MOTION Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. We continue to elevate our success based on a "One United Team" focus that enables our purpose-driven and agile work...

Digital Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

CUMULUS MEDIA | DES MOINES, IA has an immediate opening for a full time Digital Sales Manager to support the [location] Sales Team....

Sales Manager (Song Sales - Commerce)

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Accenture Song accelerates growth for our clients across industries through sustained focus on improving customer acquisition, conversion, and retention for business-to-consumer...

VELYS Sales Manager Central Region US (fully remote role based in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska or Central & Southern Illinois)

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 2 days ago

.* Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a VELYS Sales Manager to support our Orthopaedic business. This position will cover Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Central & Southern Illinois....

Remote Work

Sales Manager Hampton by Hilton, Des Moines

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 3 days ago

What You’ll Do: As a hotel, we offer a lot of different services: from catering to rooms to entertainment to banquets, we do it all. And we need someone to help us get the word out. As the...

Regional Sales Manager - South Central

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Position Overview Regional Sales Manager - South Central - Remote This position is responsible for meeting the monthly, quarterly, and annual regional sales quota....

Business Development Manager - Product Analytics

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Emerson Business Development Manager - Product Analytics in Des Moines , Iowa As an Enterprise Software business development manager (BDM) for data analytics, you will help customers achieve their...

Logistics Sales Team Manager, Ankeny IA

  • Ankeny, IA (7 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (7 miles from Altoona, IA)
  • 6 days ago

The ATS Logistics team is growing, and we are seeking a Sales Team Manager forour Ankeny, IA office. Position Overview: The Logistics Sales Team Manager is responsible for developing and...

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Altoona, IA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Altoona, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.3%
Master's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
13.1%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.9%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Managers in Altoona, IA
6-8 years
34.8%
4-6 years
26.1%
1-2 years
13.0%
2-4 years
13.0%
8-10 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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