Sales Specialist Jobs in Mississippi

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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Clinical Sales Specialist, Electrophysiology - LAA (Jackson, MS)

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Clinical Account Executive -Home Health

  • United Health Group
  • Flowood, MS
  • 5 hours ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 5 hours ago

Explore opportunities with Mississippi HomeCare of Flowood a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family...

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Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • UnitedHealth Group
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

Account Executive - Hospice Sales #NLX292484369 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education The employer did not specify any required education level. ?% Experience This job requires no particular length...

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Marine Outside Sales Account Manager - GCG Connectivity & Power Solutions #NLX292437478 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education The employer did not specify any required education level. ?%...

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In-Home Sales Specialist

  • Lowe's
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

In-Home Sales Specialist #NLX292446355 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Lead Specialist, Sales

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

Lead Specialist, Sales #NLX292371288 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Public Relations Specialists found that 65.63% had a Bachelor's Degree, 14.77% had a...

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Advanced Sales Specialist, GEDWorks

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

Advanced Sales Specialist, GEDWorks #NLX292371464 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education The employer did not specify any required education level. ?...

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Senior Account Manager-Portable Gas Detection

  • Honeywell
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

Senior Account Manager-Portable Gas Detection #NLX292370453 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Sales managers found that 57.14% had a Bachelor's Degree,...

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Specialist, Sales (K12 Assessment)

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • MS
  • 12 hours ago

Specialist, Sales (K12 Assessment) #NLX292371318 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and...

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Account Manager

  • Rent A Center
  • Diberville, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Diberville, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $13.01 per hour - $15.30 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Position Summary If youre looking for a...

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Loan Sales Specialist

  • OneMain
  • Philadelphia, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, MS
  • 1 day 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 Service Representative

  • C Spire
  • Brandon, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 2 days ago

Our Vision: Be the best at what we do. Our Mission: Improve lives through technology. Summary: Customer Inspired isnt our slogan its our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to...

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Account Manager or Account Manager Associate - Hattiesburg/Gulfport, MS

  • Applied Medical
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation that has fueled our rapid business growth and expansion. Applied Medical has...

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Mid-South Account Manager

  • Upchurch
  • Greenwood, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwood, MS
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States....

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Regional Biosimilar Account Director - Southeast (GA, AL, MS, LA)

  • Organon & Co
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The Position The Regional Biosimilar Accounts Director (RBAD) will manage the business relationship between the Company and assigned accounts with the following goals: Negotiate...

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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