Sales Managers

Coordinate the process of getting a product or service to a customer.

Sales Managers oversee the entire process of getting goods or services to customers. They set sales territories, quotas, and goals. They may also train sales representatives.

Wages	$64.79 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management Marketing/Marketing Management, General Retail Management
On the Job	Work Activities Confer with organizational members to accomplish work activities. Establish interpersonal business relationships to facilitate work activities. Represent the organization in external relations. Direct sales, marketing, or customer service activities. Manage human resources activities. Prepare operational budgets. Supervise employees. Approve expenditures. Determine pricing or monetary policies. Advise customers on technical or procedural issues.
Career Pathways	Professional Sales
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