Sales Specialist Jobs in Melville, NY

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 Executive - Stamford

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

Are you prepared to make an impact at a leading S&P 500 software company in the fast-growing $96 billion HR industry? If you are a highly motivated, experienced sales professional who thrives in a...

Major Account Executive - Government & Education, Spectrum Business

  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

As a Major Account Executive at Spectrum Business, you can do that....

Enterprise Account Executive - NYC, Spectrum Business

  • Corona, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Corona, NY (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Do you want to use your B2B sales expertise to highlight how our technology solutions simplify client businesses? You can do that. Ready to guide businesses through the selection of fiber-based...

Director, SME Sales Specialist

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Title and Summary Director, SME Sales Specialist Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry....

Director, Specialist Sales, Services, Business Development - Loyalty Platform Sales, Retail (Open to Remote US)

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can...

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Director, SME Sales Specialist (North America)

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Title and Summary Director, SME Sales Specialist (North America) Who is Mastercard? Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry....

Director, Global Technology Sales Operations

  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (19 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

About this role: The primary purpose of this role is to drive revenue growth through tactical execution of retention and growth programs for Global Technology Sales (GTS). This encompasses...

Retail Sales Specialist - Mink Rugs, Queens Furniture - Full Time

  • Elmhurst, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elmhurst, NY (24 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Strategic Account Manager

  • Valley Stream, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... We are seeking an experienced and passionate pharma researcher leader to join our Research Team. The Senior Research Manager is responsible for leading and cultivating a...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Valley Stream, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (17 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 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

  • Jamaica, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jamaica, NY (21 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Salem Media Group, a leading multimedia media company specializing in Conservative and Christian content, is seeking an energetic and strategic Local Sales Manager to lead our radio and digital...

Specialty Sales Executive - Medical Nutrition (Long Island) Job Details Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

Sr Relationship Manager, Suffolk County

  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (12 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview: Responsible for an assigned portfolio of loan and deposit relationships with small business clients. Solicit new business, manage risk and credit decisions, and service existing clients...

Account Executive/Underwriter, National Property

  • Melville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Melville, NY
  • 2 days 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...

Global Sales Sr. Account Executive - Global System Integrators

  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (23 miles from Melville, NY)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Melville, NY

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Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Melville, NY 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 Melville, NY
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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