Sales Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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At Nestlé 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...

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Urgent Care Account Specialist

  • Inizio Engage
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Inizio Engage has a long-standing partnership with a leading Biotechnology company, across Commercial, Patient Solutions and Medical Affairs businesses. We are seeking a performance-driven,...

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Field Sales Executive - Navy Systems

  • Johnson Controls
  • York, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 17 days ago

Job Description We are seeking an Field Sales Executive to join our federal team supporting our Norfolk, VA region. Our Navy Systems business supports all major defense industrial base...

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Territory Account Manager Eye Care

  • Inizio Engage
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 26 days ago

Inizio Engage has partnered with Apellis Pharmaceuticals, combining courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing medicines for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We...

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Sales Account Executive

  • Securitas Technology
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 17 days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

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Account Executive Core Commercial Sales

  • Securitas Technology
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

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Commercial Security Account Executive

  • Johnson Controls
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 13 days ago

Location: Altoona, PA & Greensburg, PA High-Growth Markets Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to...

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Building Materials Sales Specialist

  • BlueLinx
  • New Stanton, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • New Stanton, PA
  • 13 days ago

Build your Career with BlueLinx as a Product Sales Manager! Are you a specialist in building products with a passion for sales and relationship building? BlueLinx is growing, and were looking for...

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HVAC Smart Building Account Executive

  • Johnson Controls
  • Allentown, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 15 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

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Full Time - Sales Specialist - Cabinets - Day

  • Lowe's Companies, Inc.
  • Mount Pocono, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mount Pocono, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet....

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14149 - Account Sales Executive (East Norriton Township, PA)

  • Kelly Services, Inc.
  • East Norriton, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • East Norriton, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Together we change lives. Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless. No matter where you are in your career journey you can...

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Client Account Manager

  • US Bank
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 hour ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and...

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Account Executive - Medical - E PA

  • Howard Industries, Inc.
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Howard Technology Solutions is a rapidly expanding technology solutions provider for the Healthcare, K-12, Higher Education, Government and Commercial markets. HTS is looking for a highly...

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National Accounts Director- Services

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 1 hour ago

Profile Summary The National Account Director leads Eaton's Services National Accounts organization, driving order growth, sales performance, profitability, and customer experience across critical...

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Key Account Manager

  • WillScot Corporation
  • Hatfield, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hatfield, PA
  • 1 hour ago

At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a Great Place to Work and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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