Sales Manager Jobs in Elmhurst, 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 (4 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bensenville, IL (4 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 12 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
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 16 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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Manager Sales Training

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the education and preparation of our teams, including but not limited to Sales representatives and Sales Managers....

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Sales Operations Manager

  • Tropicana Brands Group
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo,...

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Business Development Manager

  • JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

at JAS Forwarding (USA), Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description JAS is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and...

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Territory Manager - Chicago Central

  • Tandem Diabetes Care Inc.
  • Downers Grove, IL (7 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (7 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love...

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District Sales Manager - Houston, TX

  • 1925 GlaxoSmithKline LLC
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Territory: Includes but is not limited to: Houston, TX. Applicants must reside in Houston, TX area. GSK remains committed to achieving bold commercial ambitions for the future. By 2031, we aim to...

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Business Development Manager - Technomic

  • Informa Connect
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Business Development Manager - Technomic Informa Connect - 3.5 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $70,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Dental insurance Paid...

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Regional Sales Manager, Zoecon Professional Products (Vector)

  • Central Garden & Pet Company
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Our Central Life Sciences Zoecon Professional Products team is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to cover the mosquito control business in the Great Lakes area....

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Event Sales Manager

  • Punch Bowl Social
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Event Sales Manager As the Event Sales Manager, you will report to the Senior Sales Manager and National Director of Sales, with overall accountability to the VP of Event Sales & Business Development...

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Sales Manager - Chinese Speaking

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Sales Manager Role Overview The Sales Manager will be responsible for driving adoption of the companys restaurant technology solutions among local and regional restaurant partners....

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Regional Sales Manager (Central/ Midwest USA)

  • Amphenol Network Solutions
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

The Regional Sales Manager will collaborate with Strategic Sales Managers to accelerate Tier 1 telco growth while independently driving expansion across all other market segments using data-driven pipelines...

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Sales - Territory Manager - Commercial

  • Sierra Pacific Industries
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

With around 6,500 crew members in over 30 states, Sierra Pacific offers many opportunities for personal and professional growth; from entry-level to skilled trades, from truck drivers to sales managers...

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Payments Sales Leader, Tempus Technologies

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Overview Founded in 1987, Tempus Technologies is the expert leader of secure payments at the point of interaction. We're committed to developing exceptional point-of-sale payment...

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Business Travel Sales Manager

  • Trump Hotel Collection
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Position Overview: The Business Sales Manager is responsible for generating transient corporate room revenue through the acquisition, development, and retention of local, regional, and national business...

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Demographic Data for Elmhurst, IL

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, 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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