Sales Managers
O*NET-SOC 11-2022.00 · interest code ECS
Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Enterprising — persuading, leading, selling, starting and running things — then Conventional and Social.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.