Sales Specialist Jobs in Stamford, CT

A Sales Specialist is a professional who plays a critical role in the sales industry by developing and nurturing relationships with customers, understanding their needs, and offering products or services that meet these needs. They are responsible for promoting and selling products or services, providing detailed information, and resolving customer inquiries. Their duties may include conducting market research, maintaining sales records, and achieving sales targets. Sales Specialists also collaborate closely with other departments, such as marketing and customer service, to ensure the company's sales strategies are effective.

Important skills for a Sales Specialist include excellent communication and negotiation abilities, a customer-oriented mindset, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in sales software. They should also have a thorough understanding of the sales process and dynamics. Relevant certifications may include Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), or Certified Inside Sales Professional (CISP). Prior to becoming a Sales Specialist, a person may have roles such as Sales Associate, Sales Representative, or Account Manager. These roles provide the necessary experience and understanding of the sales process that can lead to a successful career as a Sales Specialist.

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Senior Business Account Executive 3, SMB

  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

Account Executive / Senior Account Executive

  • Norwalk, CT (7 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Norwalk, CT (7 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 hour ago

Account Executives/AE, Senior AE and Strategic AEs Connecticut Location: Connecticut- Hybrid/Field-Based- (Fairfield, New Haven, Meriden, Waterbury) Company: Hearst Connecticut Media Group...

Cloud Sales Specialist, Radiology Informatics (US-Remote)

  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago

The Cloud Sales Specialist is the knowledge expert on product, who supports Account Managers in driving overall business and deal support by providing clinical and technical expertise....

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Specialty Account Manager - TEPEZZA (Endocrinology) - Bronx, NY

  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Career Category**** Sales ****Job Description**** **Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients** At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared...

Account Executive, Travel Practice

  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Aon is looking for a Account Executive to join our Travel Practice. This is a virtual opportunity! Aon Affinity Travel Practice is a leading global provider of customized, revenue-generating...

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing....

Affluent Personal Insurance Jr. Account Manager/Account Manager (hybrid NYC

  • White Plains, NY (11 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (11 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Affluent Personal Insurance Jr. Account Manager/Account Manager (hybrid NYC White Plains, NY, US Who We Are: NFP, an Aon company, is a multiple Best Places to Work award winner in Business...

Commercial Account Manager / Producer

  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Account Manager/Producer to join our team at Trucordia. The Account Manager/Producer will be responsible for generating new...

Dental Sales Account Executive - New York Metro

  • White Plains, NY (11 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (11 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Candid is seeking a motivated Account Executive with grit. Are you a charismatic communicator? Do you love to move fast and juggle several projects? Are you a growth-minded professional who...

Remote Work

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of...

Service Account Manager

  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 days ago

552494 Service Account Manager** Drive customer success by leading the delivery and lifecycle management of Philips' healthcare technology solutions as a trusted Service Account Manager. **Your...

Account Executive Strategic Account Sales

  • Elmsford, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

Bilingual Account Executive

  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Position: M&L Staffing Manager (Full-Desk), Full-time Internal Working Hours: Mon - Friday 8AM - 5PM (2) Positions Available Base Salary: 65k + commissions. This position is a full-time onsite...

Senior Partner, Advertising Sales, Walmart Connect, DSP Sales Specialist

  • Mount Vernon, NY (18 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Vernon, NY (18 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

As a DSP Sales Specialist at Walmart Connect, youre in the right place at the right time to ride the retail media trend at the largest retailer in the world!...

Staffing Account Executive

  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Position: M&L Staffing Manager (Full-Desk), Full-time Internal Working Hours: Mon - Friday 8AM - 5PM (2) Positions Available Base Salary: 65k + commissions. This position is a full-time onsite...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Stamford, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Stamford, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Specialists in Stamford, CT
2-4 years
29.9%
4-6 years
24.6%
None
24.3%
Less than 1 year
12.1%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
0.3%


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