Sales Specialist Jobs in Needham, MA

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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Vista Higher Learning

Language and Literacy Sales Specialist (Remote)

As a Language & Literacy Sales Specialist for our K12 team, you will play a key role in expanding our customer base within PA and DE counties....

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Vista Higher Learning

K12 Language & Literacy Sales Specialist (Remote)

As a Language & Literacy Sales Specialist for our K12 team, you will play a key role in expanding our customer base in the assigned Southeastern states of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma,...

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Smyth Companies

CUSTOMER SERVICE ACCOUNT MANAGER

Smyth-Wilmington is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating new opportunities for our customers. From big moments to...

The N2 Company

Advertising Manager

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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Diabetes Sales Specialist-Boston-South, MA

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Diabetes Sales Specialist, you are responsible for meeting or exceeding sales quotas/objectives for ADC Products....

Account Rep

  • Littleton, MA (21 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Littleton, MA (21 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

SUMMARY: The Account Representative drives sales, identifies, and generates opportunities for various types of customers. This role fosters customer satisfaction by maintaining customer contact...

Enterprise Account Executive

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Enterprise Account Executive AcuityMD is a commercial platform that accelerates access to medical technology. Each year, the FDA approves over 6,000 new medical devices. Our platform helps MedTech...

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Global Strategic Accounts Director. Process Solutions

  • Burlington, MA (15 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Burlington, MA (15 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Work Location: Burlington, Massachusetts Shift: Department: LS-PS-H3 GSA Director Recruiter: Stefanie Fried This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization....

Account Manager, Strategic Partnerships Boston Area

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

We are seeking an Account Manager, Strategic Partnerships to cultivate strong, trusted relationships with our referral partners in the Boston area and drive the success of our partnerships. Your...

Account Executive-Wholesale

  • Somerville, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

The Account Executive (AE) is the catalyst behind FirstLight's success as an organization. As a consultative sales professional, the Account Executive is responsible for driving revenue growth and...

Account Executive

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 10 About the Role: The Team: The Account Executive will be a member of the 451 Research/TMT Team within S&P Globals Market Intelligence division. In...

Personal Lines Account Manager (Insurance)

  • Quincy, MA (12 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA (12 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 21 hours ago

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in the insurance industry, excellent communication skills, and a passion for delivering top-notch customer experiences. Office is located in...

Cloud Sales Specialist, Radiology Informatics (US-Remote)

  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours 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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Product Specialist III

  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago

MINIMUM Experience Requirement: 3 years of experience as a Product Sales Specialist, Laboratory Technician or a related occupation....

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Service Account Manager

  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Needham, MA)
  • 22 hours 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...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Needham, MA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Needham, MA 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 Needham, MA
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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