Sales Manager Jobs in South Portland, ME

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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Outside Product Sales Manager- Engineered Wood Products

  • BlueLinx
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 60+ days ago

BlueLinx is growing, and were looking for a Product Sales Manager to join our dynamic team....

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Outside Sales Representative

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 1 day 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,...

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Territory Manager - Portland, Maine

  • US Foods
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 2 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets...

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Regional Sales Manager

  • Casella Waste Systems
  • Westbrook, ME (5 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (5 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 6 days ago

The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) leads the development of the sales strategy and required actions to achieve their assigned regions revenue goals in total as well as by line of business ensuring profitable...

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FT Assistant Seafood Sales Manager

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Biddeford, ME (12 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME (12 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503005 Address: USA-ME-Biddeford-299 Elm Street Store Code: Store 08225 Seafood (7243423) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

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FT Assistant Bakery Sales Manager

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Gorham, ME (10 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gorham, ME (10 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 501985 Address: USA-ME-Gorham-99 Main Street Store Code: Store 08350 Bakery (5150317) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh...

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Bakery Sales Manager

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Kennebunk, ME (20 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (20 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503228 Address: USA-ME-Kennebunk-65 Portland Rd Store Code: Store 08403 Bakery (5150363) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

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Strategic Sales Manager - Upstate NY

  • WEX INC
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 12 days ago

Strategic Sales Manager to join the Corporate Payments Commercial Team....

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PL Territory Sales Manager

  • Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 13 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 13 days ago

Our Personal Lines Sales team is seeking a Territory Sales Manager out of New Hampshire/Maine. This is a full-time/exempt role....

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FT Assistant Produce Sales Manager

  • Hannaford
  • Biddeford, ME (12 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME (12 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 15 days ago

at Hannaford in Biddeford, Maine, United States Job Description Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 501255 USA Store Code: Store 08225 Produce/Perishable (5152122)...

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Territory Sales Manager

  • O'Reilly Auto Parts
  • South Portland, ME
  • 15 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 15 days ago

Compensation Pay Range: $39,000.00 - $90,000.00 The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual,...

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Customer Success Manager, Scaled

  • Renaissance
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 16 days ago

at Renaissance in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description About Renaissance When you join Renaissance, you join a global leader in pre-K-12 education technology! Renaissances solutions help...

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Territory Sales Manager

  • Sumitomo Pharma
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 17 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 17 days ago

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Territory Sales Manager - Specialty....

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Territory Sales Manager - Specialty (Portland, ME)

  • Sumitomo Pharma
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 18 days ago

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Territory Sales Manager Specialty....

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FT Assistant Deli Sales Manager

  • Hannaford
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 18 days ago
  • Portland, ME (3 miles from South Portland, ME)
  • 18 days ago

at Hannaford in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 500611 USA Store Code: Store 08351 Deli (5151099) Hannaford...

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Demographic Data for South Portland, ME

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in South Portland, ME

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in South Portland, ME 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 South Portland, ME
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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