Sales Manager Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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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Thrasher Group

District Sales Manager

  • Thrasher Group
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Thrasher Group
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

In the role of District Sales Manager you will lead a team of Sales professionals to deliver exceptional customer experiences and drive consistent revenue growth....

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Regional Sales Manager - Midwest

  • PFX Group
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Regional Sales Manager – Midwest, Position Overview We are looking for a sales driven individual to not only manage existing business but grow the customer base on the Midwest United States....

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Sales Manager Building Materials/Cabinets

  • GPAC
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Sales Manager - Cabinetry Division Seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead a high-performing team focused on serving and growing our builder customer base....

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Sales Leader- Women's Casual Footwear

  • Scheels Sports
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

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Territory Manager - Des Moines, IA

  • Align Technology, Inc.
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Territory Manager - Des Moines, IA At Align Technology, our goal is to deliver superior clinical outcomes with an enhanced patient experience. Our continued growth and success depends on enabling...

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Strategy Senior Manager Sales Reinvention Comms & Media

  • Accenture
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

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

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Territory Sales Manager - Generator Product

  • HM Cragg
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Territory Sales Manager- Generator Product Position Overview: The Territory Sales Manager – Generator Product is responsible for delivering new business opportunities, providing account management and...

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Territory Sales Manager

  • GPAC
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Broker Management: Directly responsible for managing external broker teams....

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Territory Manager

  • American Tire Distributors
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your ambition and your people skills into a rewarding career with an industry leader? Join our team at American Tire Distributors! As the nation's...

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Territory Manager

  • Steris Corporation
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

As a Procedural GI Territory Manager at STERIS, you will drive the sale of Procedural GI products into a specific geographic territory through consultative selling and contract management. You...

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Territory Sales Manager, Commercial (Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota)

  • Geico Insurance
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Must reside in or near: Minneapolis, MN / Des Moines, IA / Milwaukee, WI Territory/Region: - IA/MN/WI Overnight Travel: 50% SUMMARY: We are seeking a Territory Sales Manager, Commercial (IA/MN/WI) position...

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Territory Manager (Continence Care) - Iowa

  • Coloplast
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

The Continence Care Territory Manager is responsible for achieving territory sales objectives through selling activities which include cultivating business partnerships with key decision makers,...

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Sales Leader- Men's Fashion & Men's Swim

  • Scheels
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting...

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Sales Manager - Packaging

  • Veritiv
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Our Sales Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development, coordination and direction of profitable sales within a specified region....

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National Sales Manager, OnMedia

  • Mediacom
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago

Position: National Sales Manager, OnMedia Who we are: Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the...

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Demographic Data for West Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in West Des Moines, IA 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 West Des Moines, IA
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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