Sales Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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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Industrial and Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager

  • Buckner, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Buckner, KY
  • 10 hours ago

**Employee Type:** Full time **Location:** US Works from Home **Job Type:** Field Sales **Job Posting Title:** Industrial and Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager **Job Description:** **Schedule** : Mon-...

Territory Manager - Boston

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 10 hours ago

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

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Assistant Manager Trainee

  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • 20 hours ago

The Sherwin-Williams Assistant Manager Trainee Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare current employees for a Store Management role in 18-24 months. With...

Territory Manager GI & Endoscopy (Lexington, KY) (Lexington, KY, US, 40502)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 23 hours ago

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. As a Procedural GI Territory...

Manager District Sales - Large Store

  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Manager Area Sales Manager Manager Sales Operations Be Rewarded: Competitive pay + bonuses Real Impact: Set goals, grow market share, deliver results You're a great fit if you: Enjoy leading teams...

District Sales Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Job Overview The District Sales Manager is responsible for leading, directing, and developing a group of assigned Account Developers in the selling of company products and the execution of marketing...

Manager District Sales Northern KY

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Manager Area Sales Manager Manager Sales Operations Be Rewarded: Competitive pay + bonuses Real Impact: Set goals, grow market share, deliver results You're a great fit if you: Enjoy leading teams...

Manager District Sales

  • Paducah, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Manager Area Sales Manager Manager Sales Operations Be Rewarded: Competitive pay + bonuses Real Impact: Set goals, grow market share, deliver results You're a great fit if you: Enjoy leading teams...

Manager District Sales Large Stores

  • Pikeville, KY
  • 23 hours ago
  • Pikeville, KY
  • 23 hours ago

Manager Area Sales Manager Manager Sales Operations Be Rewarded: Competitive pay + bonuses Real Impact: Set goals, grow market share, deliver results You're a great fit if you: Enjoy leading teams...

Region Sales Manager, Surgical - Ohio Valley

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Region Sales Manager - Surgical (Ohio Valley) Location: Must reside in one of the following cities: Lexington, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Cleveland, Nashville, Columbus, Louisville, or Pittsburgh Reports...

Branch Sales Manager

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Branch Sales Manager (BSM) is a performance-based position as measured by the branch results....

Territory Sales Manager West Central Kentucky

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

The Territory Sales Manager is an important role in business development and tactical deployment of Purple Waves auction services....

2nd Assistant Manager - Part Time

  • Powderly, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Powderly, KY
  • 1 day ago

Do you love talking to people, have some experience in sales, want to learn how to manage people, LOVE shoes and want to make some cash too? Join Shoe Sensation! We are looking for an energetic...

Territory Manager, Nutrien Financial

  • Ekron, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ekron, KY
  • 1 day ago

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day....

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Berea, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Berea, KY
  • 2 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Kentucky

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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