Sales Manager Jobs in Waukegan, 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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Adult Nutrition District Sales Manager - Nashville, TN

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Abbott Park, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Abbott Park, IL (2 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Our location in the Nashville, TN area currently has an opportunity for a District Sales Manager....

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Manager Sales Training

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Lake Forest, IL (8 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (8 miles from Waukegan, 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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Automotive Sales Manager

  • Kunes Auto Group
  • Lake Bluff, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lake Bluff, IL (5 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Kunes Auto Group, the fastest growing dealership in the Midwest is seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to lead our high-performing dealership sales team....

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Business Development Manager (Environmental Compliance)

  • SGS US
  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Close sales on prospective clients and maintain functional relationship with major accounts....

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District Sales Manager

  • Sysco
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (24 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day 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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Territory Sales Manager

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI (18 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

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Business Development Manager

  • ECAM
  • Evanston, IL (22 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Evanston, IL (22 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day 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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Senior Manager - Sales

  • Wesco Financial
  • Glenview, IL (19 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenview, IL (19 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The primary responsibility of the sales manager will be to work with the Account Executives and provide guidance and expertise to help identify Smart Manufacturing solutions to their accounts....

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Part Sales Manager - Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Antioch, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Antioch, IL (13 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 6 days 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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Regional Sales Leader - Business Banking

  • PNC
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (23 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago

at PNC in Skokie, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united...

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Sales Manager (Full Time)

  • Carter's
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (11 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 7 days ago

As a Full Time Sales Manager, you will be the first face of the brand for growing families....

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Business Development Manager

  • Idex Corporation
  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (17 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago

If youre looking for a special place to build or grow your career, youve found it. Whether youre an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place...

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Sales Manager NEW STORE OPENING IN DEER PARK

  • La Z Boy Furniture Galleries
  • Deer Park, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Deer Park, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and...

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Personal Lines Inside Sales Manager

  • Hub International
  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (21 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Inside Sales Manager, Personal Lines Role Overview The Inside Sales Manager is a key leader within VIU's Personal Lines Customer Call Contact Center, responsible for developing, coaching, and leading...

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Territory Manager-Northbrook

  • NPAworldwide Recruitment Network
  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (16 miles from Waukegan, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications: Education and Experience Minimum high school diploma or equivalent Outside industrial sales experience preferred, especially in route or industrial sales Proven history of goal attainment...

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Demographic Data for Waukegan, IL

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Waukegan, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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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