Sales Specialist Jobs in Athens, GA

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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Account Executive (Northeast GA)

  • Athens, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 1 day ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Owns assigned customer relationships and drives...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Flooring - Day

  • Athens, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 2 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet....

0236 - Athens GA - Sr Sales Specialist

  • Athens, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 7 days ago

Your initiative and productivity will help guide Retail Sales Specialists. The Sr. Stores Sales Specialist role is excellent if you want to talk, live, and breathe the outdoors!...

Account Executive Uniforms (Sales)

  • Watkinsville, GA (14 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Watkinsville, GA (14 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 8 days ago

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE UNIFORMS (Sales) You’re changing the selling game. You know your product inside and out. You put people first and make service a priority. Now you just need a company where you...

B2B Sales Representative

  • Athens, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 9 days ago

B2B Sales Rep (Outside Sales) Athens, Georgia Join the Winning Team at United Gaming! Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding career with unlimited growth...

Sr Account Manager, Bio Production (Georgia)

  • Athens, GA
  • 21 days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 21 days ago

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Account Executive - The Leheny Agency

  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 22 days ago

About Goosehead Since 2003, Goosehead Insurance has been disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world-class...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Bethlehem, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bethlehem, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 25 days ago

Communicator Goal-oriented Achiever Personable Adaptable Entrepreneurial Loan Sales Specialist Job Number: R2502-45142 Location: Bethlehem, Georgia Date Posted: 03/03/2025 At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists...

Sr. Outside Sales Account Executive - Atlanta area

  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 28 days ago

WM Sr. Outside Sales Account Executive - Atlanta area in Winder , Georgia As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard...

Home Health Account Executive

  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winder, GA (19 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary We are hiring a Home Health Account Executive. At Northeast Georgia Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful...

Account Executive Home Health

  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monroe, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career as an account executive? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in...

Clinical Sales Specialist, Womens Health - Athens/Gainesville, GA

  • Athens, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Astellas Pharma Clinical Sales Specialist, Women's Health - Athens/Gainesville, GA in Athens , Georgia Clinical Sales Specialist, Women's Health - Athens/Gainesville, GA Developing innovative therapies...

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist

  • Bethlehem, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bethlehem, GA (24 miles from Athens, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist will learn the lending and servicing business at OneMain allowing them to grow their career....

Client Relations Specialist - Bookkeeping and Tax

  • Athens, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Client Relations Specialist - Bookkeeping and Tax RemoteBookkeeping & Tax ServicesFull time Athens, Georgia, United States Description This is a fully and permanently remote work from home...

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Clinical Account Executive Home Health

  • Athens, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Athens, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career as a care transitions coordinator? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice...

Demographic Data for Athens, GA

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Athens, GA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Athens, GA 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 Athens, GA
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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