Sales Manager Jobs in Evanston, 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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Regional Sales Manager, Interventional Pain (Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Requisition ID: 6574 Job Title: Regional Sales Manager, Interventional Pain (Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis) Job Country: United States (US) Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Lincolnshire, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential...

B2B Sales Representative

  • Lincolnshire, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (14 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential...

Field Sales Coach

  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential...

Remote Work

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Melrose Park, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (13 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Commercial Sales Manager Company: AutoZone, Inc....

Area Sales Manager-Healthcare

  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

Area Sales Manager-Healthcare (25001077) Area Sales Manager-Healthcare -25001077 Linde Gas & Equipment Inc....

Strategy Senior Manager Sales & Commerce Insurance

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design;...

Strategy Manager Sales & Commerce Insurance

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design;...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

About The Chefs' Warehouse The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. ( ) combines exceptional quality and brand building with broadline food service distribution for more than 40 years. With Protein, Specialty,...

Fly Ash Business Development Manager

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Fly Ash Business Development Manager Requisition ID: 13753 Location: Dundee, MI, US, 48131Chicago, IL, US, 60631 Pay Type: Salary Estimated Wage Range $130,000 - $150,000/Annually Travel...

Printing Sales Team Lead

  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: RCM Data Corporation seeks a Printing Sales Team Lead in Burr Ridge, IL. **Duties:** The employee will be selling consumer and commercial...

Sales Manager

  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

A day in the life of a Sales Manager: Sales: Responsible for sales growth through completed installment sales agreements and prospecting new business and customers Customer Service: Provide friendly...

Business Development Manager-Remote

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Business Development Manager-Remote at Kimmel and Associates FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 1d Sign In To Apply Job Description About Us We're one of North America's largest kitchen and bath business...

Remote Work

Sales Manager - Freight Forwarding - India Trade Lane and Global Markets

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Sales Manager - Freight Forwarding - India Trade Lane and Global Markets Location: Chicago/Hybrid Salary: $80k to $120k Excellent benefits 5+ years of experience in sales and business development in...

Senior Manager, Sales - In Store, SevenRooms

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 1 day ago

.**** - **Lead a high-impact team:** Manage and mentor a team of Sales Managers and their sales representatives focused on in-store product adoption across strategic accounts and regions.- **Drive strategy...

Demographic Data for Evanston, IL

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Evanston, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.3%
Master's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
13.1%
Associate's Degree
8.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.9%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Managers in Evanston, 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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