Sales Specialist Jobs in Rockford, IL

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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Account Executive

  • Saia
  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ready To Go Further? Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. Youll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. Youll...

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Wound Account Executive - Joliet, IL

  • MiMedx Group Inc.
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 5 days ago

At MIMEDX, our purpose starts with helping humans heal. We are driven by discovering and developing regenerative biologics utilizing human placental tissue to provide breakthrough therapies...

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Account Manager

  • Rent-A-Center Inc.
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $15.00 per hour - $17.00 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Position Summary If you're looking for a...

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Field Account Representative

  • Grainger
  • Rockford, IL (9 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (9 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331039 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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Commercial Account Manager

  • GPAC
  • Rockford, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 13 days ago

Commercial Lines Account Manager In-office Position - Chicago Area Salary - $60,000-$70,000 We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lines Account Manager looking for a dynamic growth opportunity...

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Territory Account Executive, SMB - Rockford, IL

  • Toast
  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 19 days ago

Toast creates technology to help restaurants and local businesses succeed in a digital world, helping business owners operate, increase sales, engage customers, and keep employees happy. As a...

Hybrid

Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Machesney Park, IL (6 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 20 days ago

Sales Specialists are expected to meet monthly sales goals and other metrics to drive sales in the store....

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Account Manager - Costco

  • Kerry Ingredients and Flavours
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Requisition ID 64274 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement #LI-Remote About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical...

Remote

Account Executive, Net New

  • Cleo
  • Rockford, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 27 days ago

Account Executive, Net New Remote -USA The Account Executive is a part of Cleo's first-class Sales Team and becomes a product knowledge expert while focusing on selling directly to new and current...

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Sr Treasury Management Sales Officer, Commercial

  • Wintrust
  • Rockford, IL
  • 28 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 28 days ago

Wintrust provides community and commercial banking, specialty finance and wealth management services through its 16 bank charters and nine non-bank businesses. Wintrust delivers the sophisticated...

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Strategic Account Executive

  • MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.
  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a...

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Global Key Account Manager

  • Danfoss
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Loves Park, IL (7 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Job Title: Global Key Account Manager Req ID: 47521 Job Location (Short): Loves Park, IL, USA Employment Type: Full Time Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment Job...

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Loan Sales Specialist

  • OneMain
  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Loan Sales Specialists enjoy competitive compensation that recognizes both individual achievements and team success, all while growing their career....

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Account Manager Dairy

  • Kerry
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Beloit, WI (16 miles from Rockford, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Requisition ID 63749 Position Type (US)Full Time Workplace Arrangement #LI-Remote About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical...

Remote

Business Development Executive

  • CleanPower
  • Rockford, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Company Overview Established in 1952, Marsden Services offers comprehensive facility services to clients nationwide. We provide clients with high-quality and professional services including...

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Demographic Data for Rockford, IL

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Sales Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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During this three-week course, youll understand the importance of customer relationship management and how this can help create customer loyalty and improve retention. Youll learn how to build a...
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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Rockford, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Rockford, IL 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 Rockford, IL
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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