Sales Manager Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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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Verizon Value Territory Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 4 hours ago

The Territory Manager will oversee a specific territory, acting as a liaison between company headquarters and the company's presence in their region. The primary job is to increase sales volume by...

Territory Sales Manager - Pro Division West Texas

  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Zeeland, MI (16 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 hours ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. West Texas Position Overview: Represents...

Territory Sales Manager - West Michigan

  • Grandville, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Grandville, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 hours ago

Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, MARKET DEVELOPMENT, OR OUTSIDE SALES. THIS IS A HUNTER MENTALITY SALES ROLE - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.* Specific responsibilities...

Business Development Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Strong track record of B2B sales success, preferably in automotive, manufacturing, or industrial sales. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently....

Territory Manager - Dual

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Business Development Manager (Staffing Industry)

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 2 days ago

Business Development Manager (Outside Sales) - Grand Rapids, MI. We're looking for a dynamic, savvy sales professional to join our rapidly growing team! This position pays a competitive base...

Sales Operations Manager

  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Caledonia, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Provide engineering level expertise for determining and ensuring the after-sales service operations have the needed replacement components and supplies, so the Field Engineers can ensure customers...

District Sales Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description Job Description Cornerstone Building Brands is looking to hire a highly motivated sales professional for the position of District Sales Manager in the Tennessee, East Kentucky, and...

Business Development Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Back to all jobs Business Development Manager 2915 Breton Road Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI, USA Full Time Elwood Staffing is also a performance and results-driven culture for the hard-working,...

Market Sales Leader

  • Walker, MI (13 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Walker, MI (13 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then...

Regional Sales Manager - Diamond V

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Job Purpose and Impact The Regional Sales Manager - Diamond V with the Diamond V ruminant and dairy business will, with guidance, sell directly to the consumer or business purchaser or indirectly through...

Part-Time Retail Sales Manager

  • Grandville, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Grandville, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Position Overview A successful Retail Sales Manager will strive to go for WOW! Go for WOW! is the standard of customer service at Duluth Trading Company....

VP, Branch Manager - Business Development - Celebration branch

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for business development and relationship building? As VP, Branch Manager - Business Development, you'll be at the forefront of driving growth, leading your...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Byron Center, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Byron Center, MI (7 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 11 days ago

As a Part Time Sales Manager, you will be the first face of the brand for growing families....

Territory Business Manager - Michigan West

  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI (6 miles from Kentwood, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Heron Therapeutics develops cutting-edge medicine to meet unmet patient needs and solve big problems by applying our innovative science and technologies with well-known pharmacology. With...

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Kentwood, MI

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Kentwood, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.3%
Master's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
13.1%
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 Kentwood, MI
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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