Sales Manager Jobs in Aurora, IL

A Sales Manager oversees the sales team within a company, sets sales goals and quotas, designs sales strategies, and researches trends. They are responsible for training and mentoring sales staff, reviewing sales performance, and meeting with potential clients to secure new business opportunities. They also analyze sales data to understand market trends and customer needs. Sales Managers play an integral role in the success of a business, as they directly impact revenue generation and customer retention.

To be successful, a Sales Manager requires excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively motivate and manage a team. Proficiency in using sales software and CRM tools is necessary. Certifications, such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), or Certified Sales Executive (CSE), can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Sales Manager, a professional may work in roles like Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Business Development Associate.

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Business Development Manager - Outside Sales

  • Ryder System
  • Bensenville, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : Summary The Business Development Manager (BDM) FMS will have responsibility for developing new...

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Business Development Manager - Tree Care

  • Yellowstone Landscape
  • Roselle, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Roselle, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Yellowstone Landscapes Tree Care Division is now hiring an experienced tree-care sales professional. As a Tree Care Business Development Manager, you will play an instrumental role in the...

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Part Sales Manager - Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

As a Parts Sales Manager, where you'll play a key role in driving sales performance, fostering a high-performing team, and ensuring an exceptional WOW! Customer Service experience....

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Part Sales Manager - Full Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elgin, IL (15 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

As a Parts Sales Manager, where you'll play a key role in driving sales performance, fostering a high-performing team, and ensuring an exceptional WOW! Customer Service experience....

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Carrier Sales Manager

  • Matson Inc
  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (12 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Description Position at Matson Logistics, Inc About Us Matson Logistics is a leading provider of multimodal transportation, warehousing, and distribution services throughout North America. Known...

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Sr Sales Manager

  • Odyssey Logistics
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lombard, IL (14 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

The Sales Manager serves as a key partner to customers by delivering tailored supply chain solutions while collaborating across the organization to support long-term business growth....

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Solutions Sales Manager - Vertical Bagging Equipment Exp Required

  • GEA
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Romeoville, IL (13 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

The Sales Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and nurturing client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving growth through upselling and cross-selling opportunities for assigned...

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District Sales Manager

  • Sysco
  • Saint Charles, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (10 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Work Environment Depending on the assigned territory, the district sales manager may work in a normal office environment or work from a remote home-based office....

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Business Development Manager

  • ECAM
  • Berwyn, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Berwyn, IL (24 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: Business Development Manager Uncapped Commission | $175K$250K OTE | Technology-Driven Security Solutions! ECAM is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to take full...

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Territory Sales Manager

  • AFC Industries
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (7 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Territory Sales Manager to support U.S....

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Sales - Territory Manager - Residential (Chicago Windows Sales)

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago

We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our...

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Sales - Territory Manager - Commercial (Chicago Windows Sales)

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (20 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago

We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our...

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Group Sales Manager

  • Sonesta International Hotels Corporation
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (23 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Summary The Group Sales Manager sets the tone for Sonesta's Culture of Caring....

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Regional Sales Manager - Vacuum Sales

  • Ingersoll Rand
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - Vacuum Sales Regional Sales Manager - Vacuum Sales BH Job ID: BH-4266-5 SF Job Req ID: Regional Sales Manager - Vacuum Sales Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer....

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Key Accounts Manager

  • Veolia
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (16 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (16 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Develop and support key account business plans, goals and objectives with operations, branch sales managers, sales representatives, and project developers....

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Demographic Data for Aurora, IL

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Aurora, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Aurora, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.4%
Master's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
12.9%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.9%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Managers in Aurora, IL
6-8 years
34.8%
4-6 years
26.1%
1-2 years
13.0%
2-4 years
13.0%
8-10 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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