Sales Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Territory Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

The Territory Manager role is field-based and requires daily travel in the territory. Millennium Health LLC is an accredited specialty laboratory with more than a decade of experience in...

Abercrombie & Fitch - Assistant Manager, Westfield Montgomery

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

Company DescriptionAbercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for...

Business Development Manager

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

We are seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth for our integrated architecture and interior design practice. This individual will serve as...

Sales Manager-Group

  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

The Sales Manager will also participate and may lead event meetings, sales and other staff meetings....

Business Development Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

Improving America's infrastructure isn't for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of...

WD Customer Success Manager, AMS

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Mercer Digital team at Mercer. This role can be remote. Mercer's Digital Solutions practice is a certified Workday implementation partner and the...

Business Development Manager Military Defense & Public Safety

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

About Us Careers On The Move is an award winning boutique executive search firm servicing some of the most prestigious employers in the world. Our clients range from Fortune 500 companies to niche...

Manager Business Development 3 - MDM OU

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 50% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work...

Senior Territory Manager, Urology, Washington DC

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Expected Travel : Up to 50% Requisition ID : 12426 About Teleflex Incorporated As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of...

Remote Work

Territory Manager (Washington, DC)

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Prepare and submit weekly Planning and Activities report to the Regional Sales Manager. Maximize cost savings and demonstrates fiduciary responsibility to ensure expenses are below budget....

Remote Work

Used Car Sales Manager - Toyota Certified at Capital Plaza

  • Landover, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Landover, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

We are looking to add a USED CAR SALES MANAGER to our team....

Catering Sales Manager

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Opportunity: Catering Sales Manager Sell and service banquet and meeting functions in order to achieve catering department goals....

Customer Success Manager - Government (Field: East)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

As a Customer Success Manager Government, you will drive the alignment of government customer success strategies with business objectives to fuel growth, champion customer-centric initiatives to...

Territory Manager - Oklahoma City

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

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

Remote Work

Customer Success Manager - Government (Field: Southeast)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 hours ago

As a Customer Success Manager Government, you will drive the alignment of government customer success strategies with business objectives to fuel growth, champion customer-centric initiatives to...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
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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