Sales Specialist Jobs in Aurora, IL

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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Client Relations Executive - Key Accounts

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 days ago

ADP is hiring a Client Relations Executive for Key Accounts. Are you ready to flex your leadership expertise and guide the overall activities of a client-facing Human Resources service team...

Inside Sales Account Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

at PC Connection in Schaumburg, Illinois, United States Job Description Inside Sales Account Manager You're the heart of Connection. A people person who loves to help, listen, and learn. Join our...

Licensing Sales Specialist - Cisco - 4F4JV_9-5953

  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

at Logicalis, Inc. in Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Summary Focuses on driving sales and profit goals by selling software through Enterprise Agreement (EA)...

Global Account Executive

  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

at AIT Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, Illinois, United States Job Description Global Account Executive ID 2024-4804 Category Sales Position Type Regular Full-Time Introduction Join us at AIT,...

P&G Professional, Account Executive, Healthcare Sales Natl Account, Chicago

  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

P&G PROFESSIONAL, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, HEALTHCARE SALES NAT'L ACCOUNT, CHICAGO Location ROSEMONT, Illinois, United States of America Category Sales Job Id R000129092 Job Type Full time Experienced...

P&G Professional, Account Executive, Restaurant Sales Natl Account, Chicago

  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

P&G PROFESSIONAL, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, RESTAURANT SALES NAT'L ACCOUNT, CHICAGO Location ROSEMONT, Illinois, United States of America Category Sales Job Id R000129088 Job Type Full time Experienced...

Corporate Account Manager Industrial

  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

As the industry leader in water technology, we're growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world's most vital resource. Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a...

Capital Sales Specialist

  • Warrenville, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Warrenville, IL (4 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Performance Health is seeking a Capital Sales Specialist to join our team....

Account Manager

  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Come work for the largest equipment dealer in North America! Are you a hardworking individual that thrives in a fast-paced environment and looking to take your career to the next level? If so,...

Sales Specialist - Hygiene & Supplies

  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Why join GEA Summary: The Sales Specialist Hygiene will be responsible for sales in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, Kentucky & potentially some surrounding states....

Hospice Account Executive- Loyola

  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Position Purpose: Hospice s ales Executive is responsible for leading the sales and marketing efforts of the region/agency to achieve revenue growth...

Operational Key Account Manager

  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Itasca, IL (17 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

***FRAUD ALERT***: Please note that DSV will never request a chat interview or solicit funds from applicants or employees through its interviewing and hiring process. We do not require any form of...

Sales Executive RTMI

  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (21 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

JUNIOR TECHNOLOGIST Job Location: Franklin Park Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac,...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

Account Manager- Alternate Channel - Remote

  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Why Work for KeHE? Full-time Pay Range: $67,650.00/Yr. - $99,108.00/Yr. Shift Days:, Shift Time: Benefits on Day 1 Health/Rx Dental Vision Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)...

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Aurora, IL

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Aurora, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Aurora, IL 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 Aurora, IL
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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