Sales Specialist Jobs in Erie, 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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IBM Automation Platform Brand Sales Specialist, Healthcare & Life Sciences in ERIE , Pennsylvania Introduction A Technology Sales Specialist role (what we internally call a, 'Brand Sales Specialist'...

Sales Executive - Insurance - Erie, PA

  • Erie, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 9 days ago

Primary Office Location: 711 State Street. Erie, Pennsylvania. 16501. Join our team. Make a difference - for us and for your future. n Position Title: Sales Executive - INSA Business Unit: INSA...

Account Manager- Retail and Facility Maintenance Service

  • Erie, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 12 days ago

Account Manager- Retail and Facility Maintenance Service EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without...

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Jr. Account Manager - Maintenance Facility Services

  • Erie, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 12 days ago

Jr. Account Manager - Maintenance Facility Services EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard...

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Digital Strategic Account Manager

  • Erie, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 13 days ago

The Digital Strategic Account Manager is responsible for driving digital revenue through the development and execution of innovative digital media strategies. This role involves collaborating...

Account Manager

  • Erie, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 17 days ago

Company: Advance Instruments About Us Advance Instruments is a premier manufacturer's representative and distributor of instrumentation and controls used in municipal water and industrial markets...

Account Executive - Grove City/Erie Market

  • Erie, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 19 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...

Local Grocery Sales Executive

  • Erie, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 19 days ago

DeLallo is seeking candidates for a Local Grocery Sales Executive. The role of the Local Sales Executive is to sell, order, merchandise and manage the products of the George DeLallo Company on a...

Account Executive - Western PA/NY

  • Erie, PA
  • 23 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 23 days ago

Be a part of a global team where what we do matters! At Epredia, we recognize that our talented employees are vital to our success. Our team is dedicated, our work is rewarding - both personally...

Customer Account Specialist - Industrial Equipment

  • Erie, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 28 days ago

Parker Hannifin Corporation Customer Account Specialist - Industrial Equipment in ERIE , Pennsylvania Customer Account Specialist - Industrial Equipment Location : ERIE, PA, United States Job...

Sales Executive - Commercial Lines

  • Cambridge Springs, PA (23 miles from Erie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cambridge Springs, PA (23 miles from Erie, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

Based on your experience, World will enhance your expertise through the companys training program; Used an insurance agency management software platform, like AMS360 and Epic, and have experience with...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

Customer Account Representative

  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $13.01 per hour - $15.30 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Paid Time Off and Sunday Off -- We are...

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Primary Care CVRM- Erie-E, PA

  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Work with Pharmaceutical Sales Specialists around common objectives to coordinate selling efforts....

Neuroscience Account Manager (Psychiatry) - Pittsburgh, PA North

  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Vanda Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VNDA) is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapies to address high unmet medical needs and improve the...

Demographic Data for Erie, PA

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Erie, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Erie, PA 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 Erie, 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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