Sales Specialist Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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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Loan Sales Specialist Senior

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 hour ago

Loan Sales Specialist Sr. will learn the lending and servicing business at OneMain allowing them to grow their career....

Account Manager- LTL/Freight

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour ago

As a member of a sales team, the sales professional is responsible for new business development, account implementation and maintaining and deepening customer relationships within a defined...

Client Relationship Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour ago

Together we fight for everyone's opportunity for a better financial future. We will do this together - with customers, partners and colleagues. We will fight for others, not against: We will stand...

Account Manager

  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 hours ago

Job#: 7642 Job Description: ACCOUNT MANAGER WHO WE ARE Apex Systems is a leading global technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that...

Strategic Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago

Strategic Account Manager Location: Remote, United States, United States **Description** Dodge Construction Network (Dodge) is looking for aStrategic Account Managertomanageits strategic and high...

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Account Executive (Underwriter), Construction Loss Sensitive, Large Project

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours 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...

Associate Account Manager (Aetna International)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Building Automation Service Sales Executive

  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work,...

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Patcraft Account Manager- Des Moines, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title Patcraft Account Manager- Des Moines, IA Position Overview Driven by imagination, intention and purpose, Patcraft creates high-performance flooring solutions for every market sector. For...

Sr. Technical Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

About Us** **Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. Weve grown every year since, and today were proud to be a $15 billion global provider...

Procurement Practice Specialist, Energy Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

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

Account Manager III - Inside Pub Sec

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

What's the role? Our account managers serve as the go-to contact for our customers, embodying our purpose to make construction better by being their partner for productivity, safety, and...

Account Manager - ClearanceJobs MidMarket

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

This Is the Place to Be: Connecting Futures Now! DHI Group, Inc. is the parent company of career marketplaces, Dice and ClearanceJobs. We connect candidates with career advice, resources and...

Clinical Account Specialist HS Des Moines

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Make your mark for patients To strengthen our New Hidradenitis Suppurativa Dermatology Sales Team, we are looking for a talented individual to join our team in the position of: HS Dermatology...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA
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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