Sales Specialist Jobs in Olathe, KS

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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The N2 Company

Advertising Manager

  • The N2 Company
  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 8 days ago
  • The N2 Company
  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 8 days ago

As the nation's 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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Hospice Account Executive - Clinical License Required

  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 45+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Hospice Liaison Do you have a knack for coordinating, organizing, and making connections? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others and in the community? We are...

Franchise Account Executive - CST (KC, Fargo, Sioux Falls, Omaha)

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago

*The ideal candidate will live in the CST time zone in/near Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Nebraska. Who We Are: At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more...

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 hour 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....

Client Success Manager

  • Leawood, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Leawood, KS (11 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 4 hours ago

Kforce is looking for a Client Success Manager for a direct hire opportunity in the Leawood, KS area. Summary:The Client Success Manager works directly in a client-facing role to deliver ongoing...

Account Executive

  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Day to day: Build relationships with existing customers and prospects to cultivate and identify new opportunities. Collaborate with premier partners in vertical markets and industries such as...

Cloud Sales Specialist, Radiology Informatics (US-Remote)

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 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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Service Account Manager

  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lenexa, KS (6 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day 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 role:...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists empower customers by listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for lifes expenses....

Account Executive, Employee Benefits

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Primary Role: The Employee Benefits Account Executive is expected to contribute to the retention and growth of the employee benefits department by supporting the Sales and Service efforts. The...

Account Executive

  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Closes profitable sales of technology-based solutions for customer business environments. Researches sales leads, obtains knowledge of customer organizations, develops customer...

Specialty Account Manager - TEPEZZA (Ocular) - St. Louis, MO

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days 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 missionto serve patients...

Mid-Market Account Executive - Central

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Challenges You Will Solve We are looking for a forward-thinking, coachable, and highly-motivated individual to join our sales team as a Mid-Market Account Executive, supporting customers within an...

Account Manager - Commercial & Industrial Construction

  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (10 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Account Manager - Commercial & Industrial Construction At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a...

Oncology Sales Specialist- BWC - Kansas City- MO - Remote

  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (19 miles from Olathe, KS)
  • 2 days ago

The Oncology Sales Specialist will handle delivering sales performance and promoting product(s) within the oncology, hematology or rare disease portfolio of Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, one...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Olathe, KS

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Olathe, KS 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 Olathe, KS
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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