Vice President of Sales Jobs in Chicago, IL

The Vice President of Sales is responsible for driving a company's sales operations, developing and implementing effective sales strategies, and leading the sales team to achieve set targets. They oversee the entire sales process from initial contact through negotiation and closing deals. They are also responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, identifying new potential markets, and keeping abreast of industry trends and competitors. They constantly analyze sales data and performance to identify areas for improvement and plan for future growth.

Important skills for a Vice President of Sales include leadership, strategic planning, business acumen, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. They should also be results-driven, customer-focused, and have strong analytical skills. While not always required, certifications like Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP) or Strategic Sales Management (SSM) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Vice President of Sales, an individual might hold roles such as Sales Manager, Director of Sales, or Regional Sales Manager.

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Strategic VP, Sales & Distribution Leader

  • Red Bull North America
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Red Bull North America is seeking an experienced manager in Chicago, IL, with over 12 years in the beverage industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving sales...

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Vice President, Compensation - Americas & Global Incentive Design

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Job Title Vice President, Compensation - Americas & Global Incentive Design Job Description Summary Job Description Exec search - not required Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees...

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Position Summary Vice President, Sales Executive - Adobe Alliance -Financial Services (FSI) & Telco/Media/Technology (TMT) Deloitte Consulting is hiring an experienced, top-performing Adobe martech...

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Vice-President, Business Development - Ingredients USA

  • Quadra
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Position: Vice-President, Business Development - Ingredients USA Location: Ideally, this person will be based in Illinois (Chicago), Texas (Houston) or California (Los Angeles) Status: This...

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Relationship Manager - Vice President / Director

  • Bank of Montreal
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Application Deadline: 07/09/2026 Address: 320 S Canal Street Job Family Group: Commercial Sales & Service Facilitates growth for the Bank through business development and management of key client...

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Regional VP of Sales - Power Distribution

  • Siemens Corporation
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job ID 507919 Posted since 29-May-2026 Organization Smart Infrastructure Field of work Sales Company Siemens Industry, Inc. Experience level Experienced Professional Job type Full-time Work mode...

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Vice President, National Event Sales

  • Puttshack
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Founded in 2018 by industry pros, Puttshack is a leading social entertainment concept, reimagining the traditional mini golf and dining experience. With its welcoming, high-energy environment,...

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Vice President of Sales, US Market

  • Rapyuta Robotics Co Ltd
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Rapyuta Robotics is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Sales to own and scale our North American revenue operations....

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VP Sales and Marketing, US Oncology/Breast Cancer

  • Tolmar
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Monitor national sales performance metrics and optimize field execution strategies to achieve launch, growth, and profitability objectives in the US market....

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Regional Vice President of Operations in Training

  • Bowlero Corp
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Overview Regional Vice Presidents are responsible for ensuring their region maximizes revenue and cash flow growth through effective management and development of associates and managers. The...

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Senior Director Business Development

  • Mars
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: The Senior Director of Business Development at Mars Snacking is a key leader in defining and executing Mars Snackings long-term inorganic strategy. Working closely with the SVP of...

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Executive VP Sales and Service

  • TLD America
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

at TLD America in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description The VP of Commercial Sales and Service for North America will lead all sales, after-sales service, and marketing operations...

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Vice President of Medicare Sales

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Introduction At Gallagher Benefit Services, you're a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where...

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Senior Vice President

  • Hub International
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

About HUB In a rapidly changing world, HUB advises businesses and individuals on how to prepare for the unexpected. As one of the worlds largest insurance brokers, our focus is dedicated to...

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VP, Sales & Distribution

  • Red Bull
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

A VP, Sales & Distribution (VPSD) at Red Bull Distribution Company (RBDC) is responsible for the overall financial performance and operations of their assigned territory (Midwest-Southeast) which...

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Salary for Vice President of Sales Jobs in Chicago, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Vice President of Saless in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.9%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Vice President of Saless in Chicago, IL
6-8 years
34.8%
4-6 years
26.1%
1-2 years
13.0%
2-4 years
13.0%
8-10 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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