Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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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Sales Executive

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • moments ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • moments ago

As the nations leader in helping small to mid-sized businesses efficiently connect with affluent homeowners, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital...

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Shamir Insight, Inc.

Account Executive

Territory is comprised of Iowa and SE South Dakota JOB SUMMARY: As an Account Executive at Shamir Insight, Inc., you will play a crucial role in driving sales growth by developing and maintaining...

B2B Sales Representative

  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a driven, energetic, and persistent Outside Sales Representative (OSR) to help us expand our fast-growing business within a defined sales territory. As an OSR, you will be on...

Pediatric Nutrition Sales Specialist - Eastern Iowa & Quad Cities

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago

Our location in Eastern Iowa & Quad Cities, currently has an opportunity for a Pediatric Sales Specialist....

Commercial Account Executive Security

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 6 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Clinical Sales Specialist, Structural Heart, TAVI (Iowa)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

In this role, the Clinical Sales Specialist will be an integrated part of the trial and commercial sales process in collaboration with the Territory Manager (TM) to educate interventional cardiologists...

Home Health Account Executive

  • Urbandale, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA
  • 19 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Specialist, you will: Call on physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities management, discharge planners,...

Account Manager

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 60+ days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: Position is based out of Sioux City, IA, Sioux Falls, NE or Omaha, NE. Partners with sales and operations teams to manage customer relations with current clients. Oversees and...

Strategic Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • moments ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • moments ago

Wondr Health Strategic Account Executive in Des Moines , Iowa JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: Client Services POSITION: Stra tegic Account Executive REPORTS TO: SVP, Client Services SUPERVISES: None...

Strategic OEM Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago

What makes us Qlik? A Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for 14 years in a row, Qlik transforms complex data landscapes into actionable insights, driving strategic business outcomes. Serving over...

Retail - Client Relationship Manager

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Client Relationship Manager with 15 to 18 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CRM Service CRM Sales...

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...

Outside Account Executive

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 hours ago

iHeartMedia Markets Current employees and contingent workers click here to apply and search by the Job Posting Title. The audio revolution is here and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number...

Field Service Account Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Clean Harbors, is seeking a Field Services Account Manager, to join the Environmental Sales team. The Field Services Account Manager is responsible for hunting and obtaining new Field Services...

Sales Executive Intern

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 18 hours ago

Overview As a Sales Executive Intern, you will gain an understanding of the insurance industry and the distribution models for insurance products and in-house services, learning how to leverage...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.5%
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
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Specialists in Iowa
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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