Sales Specialist Jobs in Alabama

A Sales Specialist is a professional who plays a critical role in the sales industry by developing and nurturing relationships with customers, understanding their needs, and offering products or services that meet these needs. They are responsible for promoting and selling products or services, providing detailed information, and resolving customer inquiries. Their duties may include conducting market research, maintaining sales records, and achieving sales targets. Sales Specialists also collaborate closely with other departments, such as marketing and customer service, to ensure the company's sales strategies are effective.

Important skills for a Sales Specialist include excellent communication and negotiation abilities, a customer-oriented mindset, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in sales software. They should also have a thorough understanding of the sales process and dynamics. Relevant certifications may include Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), or Certified Inside Sales Professional (CISP). Prior to becoming a Sales Specialist, a person may have roles such as Sales Associate, Sales Representative, or Account Manager. These roles provide the necessary experience and understanding of the sales process that can lead to a successful career as a Sales Specialist.

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Commercial Security Account Executive

  • Johnson Controls
  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

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Account Manager

  • Airgas
  • Albertville, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Albertville, AL
  • 8 hours ago

R10093158 Account Manager (Open) Location: Albertville, AL - Retail shop How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique...

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B2B Sales Account Executive - Mobility

  • AT&T
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 8 hours ago

Now offering a $4,500 Sign-on Bonus to join our team. As a B2B Sales Account Executive Mobility, you will proactively sell AT&Ts Mobility solutions to small and mid-market businesses. Your focus...

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Sales Executive

  • ADP
  • AL
  • 9 hours ago
  • AL
  • 9 hours ago

ADP is hiring a Sales Executive. Are you ready to grow your career and lead a team at an established, respected, global company? Are you ready for your next best job where you can elevate your...

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Hospice Sales Account Executive

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Pell City, AL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pell City, AL
  • 10 hours ago

Requisition #: 215529 Location: Pell City, AL 35125 Category: Sales Salary: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Requirements *** Base salary AND monthly, uncapped commission plan!!! *** Position...

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Account Manager

  • Rent A Center
  • Dothan, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $12.28 per hour - $14.45 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Position Summary If youre looking for a...

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Our Retail Sales Specialists are organized, digitally savvy communicators with a competitive spirit eager to learn and grow....

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New Home Sales Specialist

  • Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Gulf Shores, AL
  • 20 hours ago

We are looking for an experienced licensed New Home Sales Specialist to join our team in the Baldwin County area....

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Commercial Payments Sr. Inside Sales Account Manager

  • M&T Bank
  • Clanton, AL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clanton, AL
  • 20 hours ago

Overview: Responsible for the on-going management of card relationships across the footprint with a primary focus on strategic partnering to retain, grow and cross sell. Primary Responsibilities:...

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Strategic Account Specialist

  • EIS Legacy
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Strategic Account Specialist Job Description: About Us: EIS is a leading North American distributor of process materials, production supplies, specialty wire and cable, and value-added fabricated...

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Account Manager Targeted Accounts (Birmingham & Knoxville)

  • BeiGene
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

BeOne continues to grow at a rapid pace with challenging and exciting opportunities for experienced professionals. When considering candidates, we look for scientific and business professionals...

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Sales Executive, Personal Insurance

  • Travelers Companies
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

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Army Account Director

  • Guidehouse
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago

Job Family : Operational Effectiveness Consulting Travel Required : Up to 10% Clearance Required : Active Secret What You Will Do : This leadership role within Guidehouses Defense & Security...

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Consumer Lending Sales Specialist - Full Time (100026)

  • Advance America
  • Hueytown, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Hueytown, AL
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Consumer Lending Sales Specialist (CLSS) is a performance-based, hands-on role focused on delivering exceptional customer service while achieving individual and branch sales goals...

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Field Account Representative

  • Grainger
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 1 day ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331256 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the...

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Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Alabama

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.5%
Master's Degree
17.7%
High School or GED
8.2%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Specialists in Alabama
2-4 years
29.9%
4-6 years
24.6%
None
24.3%
Less than 1 year
12.1%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
0.3%


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