Sales Specialist Jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

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.

1-15 of 30 Jobs

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Millwork - Day

  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet....

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors....

Account Executive - Hudson Area

  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Kingston, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE Owns assigned customer relationships and drives...

Healthcare Provider Account Manager

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 8 days ago

Overview We Provide Solutions. Patients and Physicians rely on our diagnostic testing, information, and services to help them make better healthcare decisions. These are often serious decisions...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Carmel, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Carmel, NY (19 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Loan Sales Specialists enjoy competitive compensation that recognizes both individual achievements and team success, all while growing their career....

Account Manager, BIOT (Hudson Valley North, NY)

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 9 days ago

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Account Manager, Biotissue role is about making an impact on people's health and...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Appliances - Day

  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet....

Customer Relationship Manager L1

  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Requisition Number: 198581 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Customer Relationship Manager L1 to serve as a liaison between Cintas customers, sales and all business units. Responsibilities...

Retail Sales Specialist - $20.00 per hour, plus commission and incentives!

  • New Paltz, NY (11 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY (11 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Our Retail Sales Specialists are organized, digitally savvy communicators with a competitive spirit eager to learn and grow....

Medical Device Sales Associate Territory Account Manager

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 14 days ago

Overview Associate Territory Account Manager's are responsible for selling Tactile Medical devices and educating physicians, clinicians and patients on our medical devices that are clinically...

Local Account Executive

  • Montgomery, NY (21 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Montgomery, NY (21 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 14 days ago

What youll need to succeed as a Local Account Executive at XPO Minimum qualifications: Bachelors degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience 1 year of direct...

Account Executive

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 21 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 21 days 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...

Account Executive

  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global...

Clinical Account Executive - Home Health Sales

  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newburgh, NY (12 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 45+ days ago

Summary We are hiring for an Account Executive. Salary starting at $80,000 annually plus monthly bonuses. At Willcare, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and...

DIRECT HIRE Accord BioPharma Key Account Manager Oncology - New York/Long Island

  • Accord, NY (20 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 28 days ago
  • Accord, NY (20 miles from Poughkeepsie, NY)
  • 28 days ago

Company Description EVERSANA has partnered with Accord BioPharma for this Direct Hire opportunity. Accord BioPharma, a division of Accord Healthcare and a wholly owned subsidiary of Intas...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Poughkeepsie, NY 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 Poughkeepsie, NY
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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