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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The N2 Company

Sales Executive

As the nation's leader in helping small to mid-sized businesses efficiently connect with affluent homeowners, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital...

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The N2 Company

Advertising Manager

As the nation's leader in helping small to mid-sized businesses efficiently connect with affluent homeowners, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital...

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Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • Kansas, AL
  • 15 days ago
  • Kansas, AL
  • 15 days ago

Join Our Team as an Hospice Liaison Do you have a knack for coordinating, organizing, and making connections? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others and in the community? We are...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Dothan, AL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 7 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors....

Sales Executive Lyric HCM

  • AL
  • 7 hours ago
  • AL
  • 7 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...

Major & Strategic Account Executive Clinical Decision Support

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Location:** Remote U.S. locations **Our products make a difference - and so do our people.** Clinical Effectiveness, a Wolters Kluwer Health business, is seeking an experienced Major & Strategic...

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That's why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you're...

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

Retail Sales Specialist - $18.00 per hour, plus commission and incentives!

  • Enterprise, AL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Enterprise, AL
  • 18 hours ago

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

Account Supervisor

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 18 hours ago

Company description Martin Retail Group, partnering with Leo Burnett, has served the automotive industry for more than 40 years. Based in Birmingham, Alabama with eight regional offices, we are...

National Account Executive

  • AL
  • 18 hours ago
  • AL
  • 18 hours ago

Deliver even more than a number; make a difference by giving back to an industry and a company that helps Senior Citizens! Aline offers a mission-driven opportunity as an industry leader in the...

Regional Sales Executive

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 18 hours ago

Position: Regional Sales Executive Reports to: VP of Sales and Preconstruction Department: Sales Status: Regular Full-Time Position - Exempt/Salary Position Value Proposition As the Regional Sales...

Associate Account Executive, Screening Sales (Montgomery, AL North)

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 22 hours ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

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Consumer Loan Specialist - Sales Customer Service

  • Foley, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Foley, AL
  • 1 day ago

Overview & Responsibilities Are you looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing financial services company that rewards performance and gives back to its community? If so, please read on!...

Ascentium Direct Sales Account Manager(Remote Opportunity)

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

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

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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
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
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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