Sales Specialist Jobs in Allentown, PA

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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Account Executive- Allentown

  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain existing accounts through personal visits and follow-up on a systematic basis. Travel required; anticipated field time at least four days...

Account Manager

  • Nazareth, PA (13 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Nazareth, PA (13 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Do you love landscaping? Spending time outside marveling at natures beauty surrounded by the smell of freshly cut grass? If you answered yes, then Yellowstone Landscape could be the place for you!...

HRO Total Source - Strategic Sales Specialist

  • Allentown, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 3 days ago

ADP is hiring a Sales Representative, Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO). Are you ready for your next best job where you can elevate your financial future? Are you looking to grow your career with...

Field Sales Account Manager - Post Acute Care, Pittsburgh

  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 13 hours ago

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more...

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Wind Gap, PA (16 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wind Gap, PA (16 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day 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....

Public Sector Inside Account Executive - Development

  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (5 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Inside Account Executive- Developmentrole atSHIisan initialstepping stoneintoB2BITsales.Ourprofessional development programtakesa holistic approachtopreparing you forasuccessful sales...

Sales Executive, Energy Procurement

  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 1 day ago

Mantis Innovation is a leading facility performance consultant and project delivery engine that delivers smart, sustainable solutions that improve facility performance and unlock operational...

Foodservice Sales Account Manager, Midwest Region

  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hatfield, PA (24 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Broker Management: Oversee broker relationships across the region. Product Expertise: Deliver best-in-class training on pork category products, focusing on national and private-label brands....

Outside Sales Account Manager

  • Allentown, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 3 days ago

Reference #: OUTSI005082DescriptionThe Outside Sales Account Manager is responsible for strategically driving sales and meeting goals to help achieve maximum profitability and growth in line with...

HVAC Service Sales Executive

  • Allentown, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 4 days ago

Job Details: Looking for an experienced Outside Sales candidate responsible for aggressively growing incremental Service Dept revenue and increasing market share. You will be tasked with selling...

Sales Executive, Consultative Facility Solutions

  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 5 days ago

Mantis Innovation is a leading facility performance consultant and project delivery engine that delivers smart, sustainable solutions that improve facility performance and unlock operational...

Work Location: Pennsylvania Work From Home, New Jersey - Work From Home, TrentonThe Sales Executive will be working remotely but subject to change according to our company policy. The ideal...

Water Process Sales Specialist

  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 days ago

Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Laboratory Setting, Office **Job Description** In this role, the Water Process Specialist will be responsible for growing the sales...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Easton, PA (15 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days 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....

University Press Sales Specialist

  • Durham, PA (13 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, PA (13 miles from Allentown, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Title:University Press Sales Specialist Description:University Press Sales Specialist Penn State University Press ( a distinguished leader in academic publishing, seeks a results-oriented Sales Specialist...

Demographic Data for Allentown, PA

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Allentown, PA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Allentown, PA 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 Allentown, PA
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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