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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Multi-Specialty Area Sales Manager - Kentucky

  • Lundbeck
  • Goshen, KY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Goshen, KY
  • 6 hours ago

As an Area Sales Manager (ASM) you will be responsible for leading, developing, and managing a diverse, high performing sales team to achieve sales goals for promoted products within our psychiatry...

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Account Sales Manager

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Grayson, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Grayson, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Job Overview:Account Sales Manager for Grayson and Ashland, KYHiring ImmediatelyThe Account Sales Manager is responsible for up-selling and fulfillment/replenishment, focused on execution and merchandising...

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Relief Account Sales Manager

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Job Overview:Relief Sales Manager for Greate rPrestonsburg, Pikeville, Hazard, Ashland, KYHiring ImmediatelyThe Relief Sales Manager is responsible for up-selling and fulfillment/replenishment, focusing...

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Business Development Manager (Facial Aesthetics)- Allergan Aesthetics

  • AbbVie, Inc
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Company Description Allergan Aesthetics At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics...

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Part Sales Manager - Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • 17 hours 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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Commercial Sales Manager

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago

As the Commercial Sales Manager at AutoZone, you'll be the driving force behind our business to business (B2B) growth strategy, championing customer relationships and leading a high-performing team....

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Sales Manager - Digital Pathology

  • Danaher
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 17 hours ago

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for leading the growth of the Digital Pathology business for their respective region....

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Part Sales Manager - Full Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Vernon, KY
  • 17 hours 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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Personal Lines Senior Territory Manager

  • Liberty Mutual
  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 17 hours ago

Description Liberty Mutual Insurance is a leading global insurer committed to helping people live safer, more secure lives. Within our Personal Lines business, we partner with independent agents...

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Collections/Sales Manager

  • Rent-2-Own
  • Flemingsburg, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Flemingsburg, KY
  • 19 hours ago

CAREER OR JOB? If you want a career with management opportunities, Rent-2-Own is the company for you! We're a fast growing company and looking for the next ROCKSTAR could it be you? What kind of...

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Catalog Sales Manager

  • Cintas
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number: 227415 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Catalog Sales Manager to lead a team of Catalog Sales Representatives to proactively up-sell current customer accounts with products from...

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Customer Team Leader (District Sales Manager), Cardiovascular Disease - Kentucky District

  • Merck Company
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Customer Team Leader (CTL) plays a critical role in establishing our company's customer- focused initiative. This is a field-based sales management position that is responsible...

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Territory Manager

  • ACV Auctions
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Manager, who has a background in the automotive space, a passion for cars, and wants an opportunity to join a growing company....

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Jeff Wyler Nissan Automotive Sales Manager

  • Jeff Wyler Alexandria
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Jeff Wyler Nissan of Louisville, KY is looking for a dynamic and experienced Automotive Sales Manager!...

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Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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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
53.4%
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 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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