Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa, LA

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 Manager - Home Health Business Development

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

As we continue to grow in both new and existing markets, VitalCaring is seeking an Account Manager who embodies our core values: Trustworthy, Capable, Compassionate, Proactive, and, above all,...

Field Sales Executive

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 12 days ago

The Industrial Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is accountable for increasing sales by building and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers within their assigned territory. This...

Account Executive - Field Sales

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 22 days ago

The Industrial Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is accountable for increasing sales by building and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers within their assigned territory. This...

Account Manager

  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 1 hour ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES UNDERSTANDS THE CUSTOMER AND MARKET Focuses on value the Customer needs Build strong, mutually beneficial, enduring Customer relationships Understands and communicates...

Sales Account Manager - Environmental Solutions

  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Account Manager ES is responsible for proactively maintaining and retaining relationships with existing customers for Environmental Solutions customers in an assigned...

Instrumentation Sales Specialist

  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Drive account sales to meet Manufacturer and JHC Develop sales initiatives to provide goal gap closure at your managed accounts. Work in close conjunction with and follow up on, the JHC sales...

Consumer Lending Sales Specialist - Full Time

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary The Consumer Lending Sales Specialist (CLSS) is a performance-based, hands-on role focused on delivering exceptional customer service while achieving individual and branch sales goals...

Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Westlake, LA (15 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westlake, LA (15 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 12 days ago

Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage** Date: Jun 19, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies **Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.** As an...

Sr. Consumer Loan Specialist - Sales Customer Service

  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Sulphur, LA (23 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 17 days ago

Overview & Responsibilities Are you looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing financial services company that rewards performance and gives back to its community? If so, please read on!...

Sales Specialist, STEM

  • Iowa, LA
  • 17 days ago
  • Iowa, LA
  • 17 days ago

The STEM Sales Specialist is expected to travel extensively especially during the primary selling seasons....

Account Executive

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview CUMULUS | Lake Charles, LA currently features 5 stations in the Lake Charles area and surrounding parishes. Our stations include: KKGB-FM The Rock 101.3, KQLK Nash 97.9 plays...

SLED Law Enforcement Account Executive - North America

  • Iowa, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Iowa, LA
  • 30+ days ago

About i2 Group: Founded over 30 years ago in Cambridge, UK, i2 Group is the world's most trusted intelligence analysis platform. Our advanced link analysis software is used by thousands of...

Federal Civilian (FedCiv) Account Executive - North America

  • Iowa, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Iowa, LA
  • 30+ days ago

About i2 Group: Founded over 30 years ago in Cambridge, UK, i2 Group is the world's most trusted intelligence analysis platform. Our advanced link analysis software is used by thousands of...

Future Territory Account Managers

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Future Territory Account Manager Opportunity with EquipmentShare! EquipmentShare is accepting applications for future Territory Account Manager openings in the Lake Charles, LA area. At...

Account Executive

  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA (13 miles from Iowa, LA)
  • 45+ days ago

Advertising Account Executive **This position requires you to work out of the Lake Charles office** At Townsquare, we are a team of driven individuals who push ourselves and those around us to...

Demographic Data for Iowa, LA

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa, LA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Iowa, LA 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 Iowa, LA
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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