Sales Specialist Jobs in Virginia

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 Core Commercial Sales

  • Securitas Technology
  • Ararat, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ararat, VA
  • 3 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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Residential HVAC Sales Specialist

  • Total Comfort
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Company Name: Total Comfort Overview: ay: $100K $200K+ annually based on performance* (average compensation range of top performers) Compensation: Commission-based role with training salary that...

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Commercial Security Systems Account Executive

  • Johnson Controls
  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 19 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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Account Executive

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Manassas, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain existing accounts through personal visits and follow-up on a systematic basis. Travel required; anticipated field time at least four days...

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Virtual Pharmaceutical Account Manager

  • Syneos Health, Inc
  • Fairfax, VA
  • moments ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • moments ago

Description At Syneos Health, we challenge the status quo, we collaborate to deliver solutions, and we are passionate about changing lives We are looking for a talented individual to join our team...

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Sales Executive

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • Fairfax, VA
  • moments ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • moments ago

Introduction At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they're free to grow, lead, and innovate. You'll be backed by our...

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Associate Account Manager, LEADTOOLS

  • Apryse
  • VA
  • moments ago
  • VA
  • moments ago

The Role: At the heart of our organization's growth strategy is the role of the Associate Account Manager, LEADTOOLS. This pivotal position is integral to our mission, focusing on not only...

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Account Executive - Voice Solutions

  • ZP Group
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Account Executive - Voice Solutions to join a leading provider of wireless communications, critical communications, and technology solutions serving...

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Channel Account Executive

  • The20
  • North, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • North, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Channel Account Executive Department: Sales Location:, VA START YOUR APPLICATION The 20 is one of North America's fastest-growing Master MSPs - and we're building the team to match. We're not a...

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Technical Account Manager

  • T-Mobile
  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 1 hour ago

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation...

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Onsite Account Representative

  • Fastenal
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description Onsite Account Representative 201 Industrial Park Rd SE, Blacksburg, VA 24060 VA021 In Plant Store Full-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 5:00pm OVERVIEW: Working as...

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Neurology Account Specialist - (Roanoke, VA) (Field Based)

  • Eisai
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 13 hours ago

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisais human health care (hhc) mission. Were a growing...

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Full Time - Sales Specialist - Flooring - Closing

  • Lowes
  • Bedford, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bedford, VA
  • 13 hours 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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SMB Account Executive, Comcast Business

  • Comcast
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

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School Account Manager I

  • Renaissance
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 17 hours ago

About Renaissance When you join Renaissance, you join a global leader in pre-K12 education technology! Renaissances solutions help educators analyze, customize, and plan personalized learning...

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Salary for Sales Specialist Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Specialists in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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