Sales Specialist Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in Minnesota

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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Product Specialist - Data and Insights

  • Adobe
  • MN
  • 4 hours ago
  • MN
  • 4 hours ago

The Opportunity: Are you seeking the next challenge in your sales career? Come join Adobes Digital Marketing Sales Team in the role of Data & Insights Product Specialist within our Media &...

Remote

Account Coordinator

  • United Health Group
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 hours ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote

Strategic Account Executive Remote - Coalitions - Remote

  • United Health Group
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 hours ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote

Clinical Sales Specialist, Dental - Minnesota

  • Henry Schein
  • Dakota, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Dakota, MN
  • 1 day ago

The major responsibility of the US Clinical Sales Specialist is to drive revenue & profitability for the Company by increasing market share of HS Products at the center level, leveraging local and regional...

Remote

Strategic Account Executive, Public Sector - Central Region Preferred - Remote

  • UnitedHealth Group Inc.
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minnetonka, MN
  • 1 day ago

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of...

Remote

Sr. Federal Markets Account Manager

  • USA SOLVENTUM US LLC
  • MN
  • 2 days ago
  • MN
  • 2 days ago

Leading capture management for a high volume of federal opportunities, shaping pipeline strategy, win themes, teaming decisions, and bid/nobid recommendations....

Remote

Account Manager, Roundel - Health & Beauty (Remote Eligible)

  • Roundel
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

The pay range is $73,000.00 - $132,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Hybrid

HCM Account Executive

  • Paylocity
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions, offering the most complete platform for the modern workforce. The company has become one of the...

Remote

Business Development Executive (Inside Sales)

  • Millboard
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

We're hiring: Business Development Executive - Minneapolis Help build a premium British brand in the US market. Millboard is the composite decking and cladding manufacturer of choice for...

Remote

Account Manager, Southern Minnesota & South Dakota

  • Verdesian
  • Dakota, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Dakota, MN
  • 5 days ago

Account Manager – Southern Minnesota & South Dakota Join Verdesian Life Sciences as an Account Manager and help drive sustainable agriculture forward. In this remote role, you’ll build strong...

Remote

Account Executive

  • Securian Financial Group
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago

Overview: We are looking for an energetic, analytical and creative thinker, with a passion for connecting with people and recommending solutions that facilitate growth. This is a high-profile...

Hybrid

State Government Account Executive - Remote in CST or EST

  • United Health Group
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 5 days ago

Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately...

Remote

Account Manager: Hiring for July start

  • Asset Marketing Services, LLC
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview: Asset Marketing Services, LLC (AMS) is a leading direct-to-consumer collector platform, currently focusing on high-end collectibles and bullion. We offer a curated selection that...

Remote

Enterprise Account Executive - SLED

  • Smartsheet Inc.
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago

You will leverage your expertise in enterprise software sales and deep understanding of the higher education landscape to build strong relationships with key decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, provosts...

Remote

Client Success Manager

  • Jenzabar
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 6 days ago

Jenzabar is looking for a Client Success Manager that has a background in Higher Education and/or Client Service (through Jenzabar or an outside institution or company) with 2+ years of...

Remote

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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