Outside Sales Manager Jobs in Iowa

Outside Sales Manager jobs in Iowa are concentrated in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where manufacturing, agricultural technology, and financial services drive consistent demand for field sales leadership. Companies like Nationwide, Pella Corporation, and John Deere maintain long-standing outside sales operations across the state, hiring at both individual contributor leadership and regional director levels. The most in-demand specialties are industrial equipment, insurance products, and agribusiness solutions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles64
Top employerTA Group Financial
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring32
Work type50% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Lincare
Outside Sales Representative - Medical Equipment
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Outside Sales Representative - Medical Equipment
Lincare
Urbandale, Iowa
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Lakeshore Recycling Systems
Outside Sales Executive
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Outside Sales Executive
Lakeshore Recycling Systems
North Liberty, Iowa
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$52k - $65k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Outside Sales Account Manager - Waterworks
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Outside Sales Account Manager - Waterworks
DSG
Ames, Iowa
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$38k - $133k/yr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Outside Sales Representative – Automotive Software (1099)
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Outside Sales Representative – Automotive Software (1099)
Mitchell 1/Snap-on Tools
Des Moines, Iowa
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$1,000 - $200k/yr

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Foundation Building Materials
Sales Outside
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Foundation Building Materials
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
Bachelor's degree

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Outside Sales Manager Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
9 jobs
Urbandale
5 jobs
Cedar Rapids
5 jobs
Davenport
3 jobs
Sioux City
3 jobs
Mount Pleasant
3 jobs
Ames
2 jobs
Algona
2 jobs
Ankeny
2 jobs

Outside Sales Manager Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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    TA Group Financial12
  • Hibu
    Hibu4
  • National Federation of Independent Business
    National Federation of Independent Business4
  • CAM RESOURCES
    CAM RESOURCES2
  • EquipmentShare
    EquipmentShare2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in outside sales manager jobs across Iowa.

  • Proven outside sales experience with a documented history of meeting or exceeding territory revenue goals
  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, agriculture, or a related field preferred by most Iowa employers
  • Valid Iowa driver's license and willingness to travel regularly within an assigned territory
  • Experience managing or mentoring a field sales team of at least two to five representatives
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce to manage pipelines and forecast accurately
  • Strong knowledge of Iowa's key verticals including manufacturing, agribusiness, or financial products

Outside Sales Manager Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a outside sales manager in Iowa?

Most outside sales managers in Iowa move into the role after several years as a high-performing outside sales representative in a field like agribusiness, industrial equipment, financial services, or insurance. Iowa does not require a state-issued license specifically for outside sales management, though roles in insurance sales leadership require an active Iowa insurance producer license issued through the Iowa Insurance Division. Employers typically look for a bachelor's degree and demonstrated team leadership experience before promoting into management.

How much do outside sales managers make in Iowa?

Outside sales managers in Iowa earn a median of about $134,010 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,130 for the lowest 10% to over $220,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire outside sales managers in Iowa?

Employers hiring outside sales managers in Iowa right now include TA Group Financial, Hibu, and National Federation of Independent Business, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Iowa's concentration of agricultural technology firms, insurance carriers headquartered in Des Moines, and durable goods manufacturers in the Corridor region makes it a consistently active market for outside sales leadership roles.

Which Iowa cities have the most outside sales manager jobs?

Des Moines, Urbandale, and Cedar Rapids have the most outside sales manager openings in Iowa. Des Moines anchors demand through its dense cluster of insurance carriers and financial services firms, Cedar Rapids draws openings from food manufacturing and logistics companies, and the Quad Cities corridor connects Iowa employers to a broader regional territory covering southern Iowa and northern Illinois.

Are there remote outside sales manager jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. Outside sales manager roles are built around in-person client meetings and territory management, which limits full-time remote arrangements. About 50% of outside sales manager openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be roles where the manager oversees a distributed team rather than personally calling on accounts. Administrative and coaching duties are the parts most likely to be handled remotely.

How can I get hired as a outside sales manager in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is to start as an outside sales representative at a large Iowa-based employer and build a record of exceeding quota before pursuing a management role. Companies like Pella Corporation, EMC Insurance, and regional agricultural distributors regularly hire entry-level territory reps and promote internally. Moving laterally from an inside sales lead or account management role at an Iowa manufacturer or carrier is another common route. Earning an Iowa insurance producer license through the Iowa Insurance Division signals readiness for leadership in that sector, even without prior management titles.

Where can I find and apply to outside sales manager jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to outside sales manager jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings. Search the roles that fit your industry background and territory experience, then apply directly to the ones that match your qualifications.

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