Sales Specialist Jobs in British Columbia

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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Sr. Account Manager, Nalco Water

  • Kitimat, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kitimat, BC
  • 1 day ago

Are you a passionate sales professional with a proven track record of success in technical sales? Join Ecolab as a Contract Senior Account Manager! In this role within Ecolabs Nalco Water...

Account Manager, SMB

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 2 days ago

Working as part of Absolutes go-to-market team, Account Managers are primarily responsible for quarterbacking the end-to-end renewal process for a portfolio of assigned small business customer...

Services and Solutions Sales Executive

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 2 days ago

Overview Meets on an ongoing basis with Direct Sales Management, to review Professional Services pipeline, forecast, and opportunities. Works directly with Branch Sales Managers, BSC Team Lead and...

Account Manager, International

  • Delta, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • Delta, BC
  • 3 days ago

As part of our International team, our Account Manager works closely with our international customers, from sales planning to order fulfillment. You excel at communicating our commitment to...

Strategic Corporate Field: Industry Account Executive - Vancouver

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 days ago

We help the world run better At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every...

Relationship Manager, Commercial Financial Services

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 3 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? Your natural flair for connecting to prospects, new and existing clients by providing advice and resolving intricate business challenges is...

Outside Sales Account Executive

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 8 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 8 days ago

Requisition I D : 887073 Store #: EC0728 ESS - West ECP Sales Force-FIELD Position : Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If youve worn a pair of glasses, weve already met. We...

Field Sales Specialist - Ocean Freight

  • Richmond, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 9 days ago

Hiring Alert: DHL Global Forwarding is looking for a dynamic and experienced Field Sales Specialist- Ocean Freight stationed in Vancouver to join our team As a Field Sales Specialist- Ocean Freight,...

National Corporate Account Manager, Quick Service Restaurants

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago

Ecolab's Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) division is seeking a Corporate Accounts Manager for Western Canada to join its industry leading sales team. You will be responsible for developing and...

Destination Sales Executive

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Partners with the Sales Office to book group events within the group booking parameters. Provides property support by coordinating and executing site inspections/visits for...

What does it mean to join Mobile Klinik powered by TELUS? Our goal is to provide Canadians with an excellent experience We are passionate about people - our customers, our communities, and our...

Account Representative

  • Surrey, BC
  • 10 days ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Account Representative Status : Casual (Union position) Number of Vacancies: 1 Wage: $29.17 - $33.49/hr (starting at $29.17) Grid : 12 Schedule: Monday to Friday Start Date: ASAP Date...

Account Manager II

  • Surrey, BC
  • 11 days ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 11 days ago

Work Location: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Pay Details: $76,800 - $115,200 CAD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable...

Outside Account Manager

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 14 days ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 14 days ago

Company Description With over 115 years of experience, EMCO Corporation is a leading national wholesale distributor of plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, and industrial products to the construction...

Relationship Manager Intern, Commercial Financial Service - Agriculture

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 15 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary Job Description This role would support clients in our Agriculture Specialized Market What is the opportunity? Your natural flair for connecting to prospects, new and existing clients...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in British Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in British Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
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 British Columbia
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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