Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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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WHO ARE YOU? You enjoy being the go-to-person for sales teams when they need support with managing and processing RFP responses and customer contracts. You can easily manage multiple projects and...

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Sr. Client Executive Sales - IT Solutions

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 hours ago

Sr. Client Executive Sales - IT Solutions **General Information** Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Country United States Department IT_SERVICES_(SALES) Date Tuesday, July 1,...

Enterprise Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago

We enable greatness in people and organizations everywhere.** FranklinCovey (NYSE: FC) is the workplace of choice for _Achievers with Heart_. We are one of the largest and most trusted leadership...

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Sales Specialist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 hours ago

The Sales Specialist will report directly to the Sales Manager. This remote position is U.S....

Account Manager Retail SMB

  • Muscatine, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Muscatine, IA
  • 4 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and...

Field Account Representative- Public Sector- Des Moines, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago

Must reside in the state(s) specified above. This position is only open to residents in the state(s) specified above. As an Outside Sales Account Manager for our Public Sector business, you will...

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In-Home Sales Specialist

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 13 hours ago

In Home Sales Specialist deliver a superior client experience by accurately assessing customer needs and swiftly creating a final quote/proposal....

Internal Sales Specialist

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

Purpose: The Internal Sales Specialist provides telephonic sales support to agents and distributors regarding Athene annuity products, using a variety of tools, including product illustration software...

Entegee- Engineering Account Executive

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago

About the role ENTEGEE, a leader in the technical staffing services industry is looking for an Account Manager with a proven, successful track record in sales to join our team. For more than a...

Branch Wholesale Product Specialist

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 1 day ago

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at Store #3241, located at: 3548 State Street Bettendorf, IA 52722. This is a part-time role. Starting Pay: $16.26 per hour. This...

Client Success Manager

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

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Senior Field Sales Executive

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

Senior Field Sales Representative is responsible for the direct sale of Pharmacy Compliance solutions using expertise in the hospital marketplace, healthcare information technology, medical...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 1 day ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

Account Executive

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location : TH Media - Dubuque, IA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Up to 50% Job Shift : Day Job Category : Sales Description Overall...

Retail Sales Specialist - Hisense

  • Davenport, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 2 days ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist for our Hisense products, youll engage with customers to understand their needs, preferences and budget while providing expert service and recommendations....

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Iowa 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
5.0%
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 Iowa
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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