Sales Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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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Territory Sales Manager (Autotrader)

  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 25 days ago

Autotrader, a Cox Automotive brand, is currently hiring a Client Success Manager / Territory Sales Manager to join our team in the Pikeville, Kentucky area....

Territory Manager - Kentucky

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 hours ago

Territory Manager In the Field Based in Lexington, KY- Louisville, KY Come build your career. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with...

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Sales Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago

Sales Managers Grow Our Business Youll never be bored in this role and thats a good thing! As a Sales Manager on our team, you are crucial to the customer service experience in our stores....

Territory Sales Manager- Southeast

  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 12 hours ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

Infrastructure Sales Manager-Data Center/Construction

  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 18 hours ago

Infrastructure Sales Manager-Data Center/Construction Sales/Business Development Louisville, Kentucky Internal US Apr 14, 2025 Infrastructure Sales Manager-Data Center/Construction Primary Location:...

Regional Sales Manager - Midwest

  • Calvert City, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Calvert City, KY
  • 18 hours ago

. ** The ideal candidate must be based in the territory: Midwest (MI, IN, KY, IL, WI, MI, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO, IA) near an airport SUMMARY The Regional Sales Manager will create and implement sales strategies...

Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager

  • Buckner, KY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Buckner, KY
  • 18 hours ago

The Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager is accountable for overall customer performance vs. plan (AOP delivery), revenue and margin....

Senior Management Trainee (Sales Management)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

Ashley Furniture HomeStore, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for a Senior Management Trainee (Sales Manager)....

Regional Sales Manager - Central

  • Canada, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Canada, KY
  • 22 hours ago

The Sales Manager will be responsible for leading an experienced team of Technical Sales Reps....

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Branch Sales Manager

  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Campbellsville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Branch Sales Manager (BSM) is a performance-based position as measured by the branch results....

Sales Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Overview Opportunity: Sales Manager Manage accounts to achieve guest satisfaction and to solicit past and new business ensuring all revenue goals are achieved or exceeded....

Territory Manager, Companion Animal - Louisville, KY

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Territory Manager, Companion Animal - Louisville, KY The success of a company depends on the passionate people we partner with. Together, let's share our talents. As a global leader in animal...

Regional Sales Manager (Enterprise)

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a Regional Sales Manager who will do just that....

Store Sales Manager #329 - Lexington, KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Duties may change and Sales Manager may be required to perform other duties as assigned....

Sales and Management Intern

  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Sales and Management Intern position's primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, "to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests."...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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