Sales Manager Jobs in Portage, IN

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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Sales and Management Intern

  • The Buckle
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Sales and Management Intern position's primary responsibility is to fulfill our mission statement, "to create the most enjoyable shopping experience possible for our Guests."...

In Person Internship

Part Sales Manager - Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 1 day 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....

In Person Part Time

Sales Manager

  • Schulte Companies
  • Chesterton, IN (7 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesterton, IN (7 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 5 days ago

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Sales Manager to join our team! SHG is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture....

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Sales Manager (Part Time)

  • Carter's
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 6 days ago

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

In Person Part Time

Business Development Manager - Live Events

  • Starin Marketing
  • Chesterton, IN (7 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesterton, IN (7 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Business Development Manager Live Events / Immersive ExperienceDepartment: SalesReports To: Director of Outside SalesFLSA Status: Exempt About the Role:The Business Development Manager Live Events...

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Sales Manager

  • Unifirst
  • Hammond, IN (17 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hammond, IN (17 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 7 days ago

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking a reliable and hardworking Sales Manager to join our community....

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National Sales Manager, Portables

  • Hitachi
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Increase aftermarket sales, focus, and growth with individual Area Sales Managers and overall Portable business....

Remote

First Time Manager - Sales Management Training - (Paid Training)

  • Ethos Management
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 12 days ago

Company Description Ethos Management is a private Brand Marketing & Management Firm, we are partnered with some of the most well known fortune 100 clients within the technology, entertainment,...

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District Sales Manager

  • Christ Panos Foods
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (10 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Christ Panos Foods is seeking a strong, hands-on District Sales Manager to lead and grow our sales team within an assigned territory....

Remote

Acima Sales Manager - Part Time

  • Acima
  • Highland, IN (14 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Highland, IN (14 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 13 days ago

The Sales Manager is responsible for the management of all activities within an assigned retail partner....

In Person Part Time

Part Sales Manager - Full Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 14 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....

In Person Full Time

Assistant Manager - Sales Associate $18.00 per hour

  • Ridgeway Petroleum
  • Dyer, IN (19 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dyer, IN (19 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 20 days ago

Sales Associates are the point of contact with customers, delivering courteous service to all customers while maintaining a safe and clean environment for customers and fellow employees. Job...

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Sales Leader

  • Express, Inc.
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN (16 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 26 days ago

Overview About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted...

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Sales Manager-Exterior Vinyl Window Applications

  • Continental
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 27 days ago
  • La Porte, IN (22 miles from Portage, IN)
  • 27 days ago

Job Description The Sales Manager Exterior Living is accountable for aggressively driving and executing the segments sales strategy in the assigned region, with full responsibility for delivering ambitious...

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Vacation Sales Manager

  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Portage, IN
  • 28 days ago
  • Portage, IN
  • 28 days ago

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

In Person

Demographic Data for Portage, IN

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Portage, IN

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Portage, IN 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 Portage, IN
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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