Sales Manager Jobs in Michigan

A Sales Manager in the publishing industry is tasked with leading and guiding a team of sales people. Their main responsibility is to develop and implement effective sales strategies to increase the company's sales of books and other publications, also to achieve sales targets. They are in charge of setting individual sales targets, preparing sales reports, and providing feedback and coaching to the sales team. They are also expected to build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and conduct business negotiations.

Essential skills for a Sales Manager in the publishing industry include excellent communication and leadership skills, good business and financial understanding, strategic planning, ability to analyze market trends and sales data, and proficiency in sales software. In terms of qualifications, a degree in Business, Marketing or related field is usually required, while a master's degree or a certification in Sales or Marketing can be an advantage. Before becoming a Sales Manager, a person might have roles such as Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Senior Sales Associate in the publishing or a related industry.

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Sales Manager

  • MI
  • 2 days ago
  • MI
  • 2 days ago

SALES MANAGER Compass Group Michigan SALES MANAGER - FORD FIELD Different perspectives make us better....

Job Description We are: Accenture Song accelerates growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 7 days ago

The Regional Sales Manager will plan, control, coach and direct the overall activity of the branch or assigned branches sales team....

Manager, Sales Development

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago

The Sales Development Manager is responsible for managing a hybrid team of Sales Development Representatives that work outbound leads and Associate Sales Executives that close deals. This role is...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 8 days ago

The Regional Sales Manager will plan, control, coach and direct the overall activity of the branch or assigned branches sales team....

Sales Manager - UniFirst

  • Saginaw, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 10 days ago

As a Sales Manager you’ll be on the front line of our goal to find and develop “Customers for Life ' in your protected territory....

Inside Sales Manager

  • Livonia, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 14 days ago

Inside Sales Manager Montway Auto Transport is one of the leaders in the U.S. Auto Transport industry. Recently recognized by Inc....

Manager, Sales Specialist

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 26 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 26 days ago

The Manager, Sales Specialists will lead a team of highly skilled Sales Specialists and operationally focused Sales Support Coordinators to build massive pipeline for the Corporates Segment. This...

Director of Sales - Central US - 2023713

  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Hearst Business Publishing, Inc Director of Sales - Central US - 2023713 in Troy , Michigan Are you passionate about driving innovative sales strategies in the automotive vehicle sector? We are...

Director of Sales - Central US

  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Id : 2023713, Title : Director of Sales - Central US, Category : Sales and Advertising, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...861, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Group Sales Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE GROUP SALES MANAGER AT JBZ The Group Sales Manager actively sources new clients in an external sales capacity....

Senior Sales Manager - Security

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

WESCO Senior Sales Manager - Security in Detroit , Michigan As a Senior Manager - Sales, you will provide strategic direction and progressive leadership to achieve sales and profit goals within multiple...

Google Territory Sales Manager - Brighton

  • Brighton, MI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 45+ days ago

DESCRIPTION We are currently looking for a Territory Sales Manager to join our innovative, growing company....

Oracle OM Sales Manager

  • Detroit, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 60+ days ago

As an experienced Oracle OM Sales Manager you will have the ability to share new ideas and collaborate on projects as a consultant without the extensive demands of travel....

As an experienced Oracle OM Sales Manager you will have the ability to share new ideas and collaborate on projects as a consultant without the extensive demands of travel....

Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.4%
Master's Degree
22.4%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
4.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.1%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Managers in Michigan
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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