Sales Manager Jobs in Thornton, 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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ForTec Medical

Territory Sales Manager

  • ForTec Medical
  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • ForTec Medical
  • Merrillville, IN (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for building relationships and presenting the benefits of contracting with ForTec Medical for the healthcare customer's mobile surgical laser technology needs...

Territory Manager - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Territory Sales Manager At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses!...

Commercial Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Commercial Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)** **City:** Chicago **State/Province:** IL **Country:** United States **Division:** Corporate **Job ID:** 13722 Since 1952, Lawson Products...

Sales Manager

  • Griffith, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Griffith, IN (9 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Sales Manager PeopleReady of Chicago, IL is now hiring Sales Managers in Griffith, IN!...

General Manager - Sales

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Join the Valpak/Clipp Team and Ignite Your Career! Are you ready to be part of a dynamic and innovative company thats transforming the world of savings and local...

Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Overview Humanscale is seeking a results-driven Sales Manager who can lead an entire office of sales professionals to exceed sales goals within a defined sales territory....

General Manager/Sales Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (15 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Our mission is to Move the World. It starts with you! Mission: To grow the College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving to be one of the top franchise locations in the county over the next 3-5 years as...

Studio and Sales Manager/Fitness Instructor

  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (24 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Were expanding our management team and looking for a dynamic and motivated Studio and Sales Manager/Fitness Instructor to lead our studios growth....

Channel Sales Manager-Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Channel Sales Manager Strategic Ecosystem Partnerships Position Summary seeking a Channel Sales Manager with proven experience in managing high-value relationships within strategic partner ecosystems...

Sr Manager, Sales

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

The Senior Manager, Sales of the Kraft Heinz NotCo will be the point of contact on unlocking the full potential of our plant-based Cream Cheese and Mayo products, point lead for all things sales...

Manager, Sales Development

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Why project44? At project44, we believe in better. We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chain isn't just possible-it's essential. Better for our customers. Better for their...

Payments Sales Manager - Diversified Industries - Executive Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Payment Sales Manager (PSM) within the Diversified Industries segment in Payments Corporate Sales, you will be responsible for developing new business from clients within a specific segment....

Strategic Partner Sales Manager III, Retail, Google Cloud

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Partner Sales Manager for Enterprise customers, you will be responsible for supporting the sales organization by identifying partner capabilities and capacity, to progress opportunities and drive...

Vacation Sales Manager

  • Portage, IN (22 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, IN (22 miles from Thornton, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Vacation Sales Manager you will lead and maintain a high-performing team in a fun working environment!...

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Thornton, IL

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Thornton, 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 Thornton, 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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