Sales Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Territory Sales Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago

The Territory Sales Manager focuses on leveraging best-in-class industry and product knowledge to champion the Company’s value-add within strategically aligned customer bases....

Director, Sales Operations

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 19 days ago

JONES LANG LASALLE AMERICAS INC Director, Sales Operations in Grove City , Ohio JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real...

Director, Sales Operations

  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 20 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Spa Sales Manager OH-Gahanna-43230 01-26-25

  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 29 days ago
  • Gahanna, OH (8 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 29 days ago

Spa Sales Manager Gahanna Espanol Spa Sales Manager FULL TIME GAHANNA Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid...

Regional Sales Manager (Healthcare)

  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grove City, OH (17 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

The Cognizant Workday Practice is seeking a Regional Sales Manager with a successful track record of selling complex solutions in the Healthcare industry to become a crucial member of our regional sales...

Senior Sales Manager - Security

  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 30+ days ago

As a Senior Manager Sales, you will provide strategic direction and progressive leadership to achieve sales and profit goals within multiple locations or a largescale location with sales revenue...

Oracle OM Sales Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 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 Columbus, OH

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Salary for Sales Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH

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Highest Education Level

Sales Managers in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, OH
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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