Sales Manager Jobs in Illinois

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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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...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Inizio Engage has partnered with Tonix Pharmaceuticals and are seeking performance-driven, competitive, highly entrepreneurial, and analytical Regional Sales Manager who are willing to put forth discretionary...

Territory Manager - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 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 Manager - Chicago Metro

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ 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...

Ingredient Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago

100% Remote Opportunity We are searching for an Ingredient Sales Manager for an international ingredients company we are working with....

Remote Work

(8140) CO2 & Propane Territory Sales Manager - American Welding & Gas

  • Wheeling, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wheeling, IL
  • 7 hours ago

sales experience strongly preferred Successful track record of managing a sales territory Strong time and management skills Critical thinking skills Strong written and oral communication skills Preferred...

Senior Sales Manager, Acceptance Solutions Discover Network

  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Riverwoods, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Discover. A brighter future. With us, youll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed...

Regional Sales Manager - Central

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago

We are: Navisite, part of Accenture, has evolved to become a trusted digital transformation partner for growing and established global brands. We provide global capabilities, customer-centric...

Assistant Manager - Sales

  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $17 per hour - $20 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Paid Time Off and Sundays Off -- We are Closed!...

Customer Success Manager - Government (Field: Southeast)

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago

As a Customer Success Manager Government, you will drive the alignment of government customer success strategies with business objectives to fuel growth, champion customer-centric initiatives to...

Sales Operations Manager, Delivery Commercial Operations

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

This role is the sales operations partner to the GMs of SMB Expansion for US and Canada, supporting them in leading Account Managers and Sales Managers responsible for driving expansion and growth within...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Champaign, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 10 hours ago

The Commercial Sales Manager is responsible for driving the commercial sales within their AutoZone location....

Customer Success Manager - Government (Field: East)

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 10 hours ago

As a Customer Success Manager Government, you will drive the alignment of government customer success strategies with business objectives to fuel growth, champion customer-centric initiatives to...

Mid-Market Relationship Manager, Sales Solutions

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

LinkedIn is the worlds largest professional network, built to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. Our products help people make powerful connections, discover...

Territory Manager - Oklahoma City

  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Position Overview** **Territory Manager - Oklahoma City - Remote** As a member of our sales team, you will sell portable ultrasound systems in a consultative, professional and high velocity sales...

Remote Work

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.3%
Master's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
13.0%
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 Illinois
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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