Sales Specialist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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Field Sales Executive

  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for a driven, energetic, and persistent Outside Sales Representative (OSR) to help us expand our fast-growing business within a defined sales territory. As an OSR, you will be on...

Account Manager Urology/Oncology - (Remote In Territory)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago

* Candidates Must Reside in the San Diego, CA Area* Purpose and Scope Under limited supervision, the AMRU is responsible for achieving sales objectives in assigned territory through the...

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Retail Sales Specialist - Health Technology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist for Lively brand health technology, youll engage with customers to complete sales, drive profitable growth and achieve individual goals....

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - CVRM Primary Care - San Diego South

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 hours ago

As a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Primary Care Team, youll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients lives!...

Sr. Account Executive - SMB

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Description AppFolio is more than a company. We're a community of dreamers, big thinkers, problem solvers, active listeners, and multipliers. At every opportunity, we set the pace while delivering...

Support Account Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today - ServiceNow...

Firearms Sales Specialist, Nf-2

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Firearms Specialist provides a Dress Blue Experience, and executes departmental procedures and follows all firearms regulations. Reports to the Department Manager, Assistant Store Manager,...

Business Development Executive (Long Beach)

  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Poway, CA (21 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Envision: Working for a company dedicated to personal career growth and opportunity in moving the organization forward. Challenger Motor Freight Inc. is a Platinum Club Member in Canada's Best...

Procurement Practice Specialist, Energy Account Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The Procurement Practice Specialist, Energy Account Manager is responsible for leading all client account management activities, such as maintaining current business relationships,...

Sales Executive - HCM Consultant

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Senior Key Account Executive - Mid-Market

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Why Lytx: Since 1998, Lytx has led the video telematics industry using proprietary machine vision, artificial intelligence, and big data to protect and connect thousands of fleets and millions of...

NGS Sales Specialist - SoCal

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Next Generation Sequencing Sales Specialist is responsible for delivering revenue and driving growth in their territory for Twist Bioscience sequencing products....

Account Executive

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview: Are you a dynamic salesperson who is looking to take the next step in your career? Come join a growing sales team as an Account Executive. You will gain valuable industry knowledge and...

Sales Specialist, NGS, Western US

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danahers...

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Government and Higher Education Relationship Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in San Diego, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.3%
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 San Diego, CA
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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