Sales Specialist Jobs in Downers Grove, 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 (13 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (13 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 8 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...

Client Relations Specialist - Fast Track Opportunity to Freight Broker

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

R41407 Associate Portfolio Executive -Full-Time Roles Starting in Spring 2025 Primary Location: Chicago, IL United States of America This full-time role starts in the spring/summer of 2025. Other...

Hospital Sales Account Manager

  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

We are seeking a performance-driven, a Hospital Sales Account Manager who is passionate about making a difference in healthcare. This role is responsible for managing all aspects of territory...

Account Executive

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

BigTime Software is offering a unique opportunity to join our dynamic sales organization as an Account Executive. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing and expanding a portfolio of...

Mobile Power Account Manager

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Mobile Power Account Manager. The expected annual salary range for this role is $121124.97 - $150,000 a year. This position is also eligible for...

Senior National Account Manager, TV

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

About us Dyson is a global technology enterprise. We're growing fast and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations and more people.Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then...

On Premise, Regional Account Manager (Non-Commercial)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

The Regional Account Manager Non Commercial (RAM) is a key member of Red Bull North America's (RBNAs) Non-Commercial national sales team. This role contributes to volume, share, and distribution...

Commercial Account Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (15 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Line of Business: Commercial Lines - Transportation About Acrisure: Acrisure is a global Fintech leader that combines the best of humans and high tech to offer multiple financial products and...

Sales Executive Specialist - Executive Account Man

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at Fidelity Information Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired :...

OEM Controls Account Manager (Midwest)

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at Johnson Controls inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description What you will do Johnson Controls is seeking an experienced OEM Controls Account Manager focuses on OEM (Original...

Service Account Executive - 85722

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at Square D Company in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description For this U.S. based position, the expected compensation range is $90,000-125,000 per year plus uncapped commissions The...

Account Manager - Technical Sales - 3D Measurement

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Utilize all available resources including sales management, Inside Sales Specialists, Applications Engineers, marketing and others to advance and close sales....

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Product Sales Executive - Autonomous Vehicle - REM

  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL (23 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at ANSYS in Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Requisition #:16131 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their...

Key Account Manager, eCommerce

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at Red Bull North America in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description The Key Account Manager (KAM), eCommerce executes Red Bull strategies across Brick & Click (B&C) and Delivery accounts...

Commercial / Enterprise Account Executive, Sales P

  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (20 miles from Downers Grove, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

at Salesforce in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not...

Demographic Data for Downers Grove, IL

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Downers Grove, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Downers Grove, 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 Downers Grove, 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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