Sales Consultant Jobs in Illinois
Sales Consultant jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, technology, healthcare products, and commercial real estate and openings at every level from entry-level inside sales through senior enterprise accounts. Chicago drives the largest share of hiring, with Naperville and Rockford also generating consistent openings, and established employers like Allstate, CDW, and Hyatt have long maintained substantial sales operations across the state. The most in-demand specialties are B2B software sales, insurance solutions, and medical device sales. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
As a Sales Consultant Trainee, you will be the foundation of an iconic, customer-first experience at CarMax. Your mission is to build genuine relationships, understand customer needs, and guide them toward the right vehicle—not just the most expensive one. This role offers paid training and mentorship, equipping you with the tools to succeed in auto sales without prior experience. Bring your ability to connect with people and your passion for learning, and we’ll help you grow into a future mentor, manager, or business leader. At CarMax, honesty and transparency drive everything we do—and they’ll help you thrive, too.
Why CarMax?
At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Assist customers in finding vehicles that fit their needs using your knowledge of CarMax inventory.
- Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
- Deliver an exceptional experience by listening actively and providing clear, honest information.
- Complete accurate documentation for all transactions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.
- Collaborate with team members to meet customer needs and achieve store goals.
- Maintain a professional, customer-first approach in every interaction, and stay informed about CarMax products, services, and promotions to better serve customers.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Required Qualifications
- Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments preferred.
- Strong listening and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfort with technology for processing transactions and accessing inventory information.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Commitment to integrity and transparency in every customer interaction.
- Willingness to learn and grow through CarMax-provided training and mentorship.
About CarMax
At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
Sales Consultants earn an average of $65,000 annually. Top performers can earn $90,000+ annually.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$15.41 - $20.00
Commissions:
This position is eligible for commission.
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commissioned are eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
Location: 7122 - Naperville - 3320 Odyssey Ct, Naperville, Illinois, 60563
Position Overview
As a Sales Consultant Trainee, you will be the foundation of an iconic, customer-first experience at CarMax. Your mission is to build genuine relationships, understand customer needs, and guide them toward the right vehicle—not just the most expensive one. This role offers paid training and mentorship, equipping you with the tools to succeed in auto sales without prior experience. Bring your ability to connect with people and your passion for learning, and we’ll help you grow into a future mentor, manager, or business leader. At CarMax, honesty and transparency drive everything we do—and they’ll help you thrive, too.
Why CarMax?
At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.
Role Responsibilities
- Assist customers in finding vehicles that fit their needs using your knowledge of CarMax inventory.
- Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
- Deliver an exceptional experience by listening actively and providing clear, honest information.
- Complete accurate documentation for all transactions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.
- Collaborate with team members to meet customer needs and achieve store goals.
- Maintain a professional, customer-first approach in every interaction, and stay informed about CarMax products, services, and promotions to better serve customers.
- Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Required Qualifications
- Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments preferred.
- Strong listening and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.
- High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfort with technology for processing transactions and accessing inventory information.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Commitment to integrity and transparency in every customer interaction.
- Willingness to learn and grow through CarMax-provided training and mentorship.
About CarMax
At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
Sales Consultants earn an average of $65,000 annually. Top performers can earn $90,000+ annually.
The hourly rate for this position is:
$15.41 - $20.00
Commissions:
This position is eligible for commission.
Benefits:
Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.
Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commissioned are eligible:
- To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
- For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.
Associates considered full-time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.
For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.
Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
Location: 7122 - Naperville - 3320 Odyssey Ct, Naperville, Illinois, 60563
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Sales Consultant Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Cellular Sales, Verizon Authorized Retailer15
- CarMax8
- Comcast7
- Acculevel6
- Prime Communications6
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales consultant jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois insurance producer license where the role covers insurance products
- Proven ability to meet or exceed quotas in a B2B or B2C sales environment
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client-facing presentations
- Ability to travel within an assigned Illinois territory as needed
Sales Consultant Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a sales consultant in Illinois?
Most sales consultant roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree, though many employers prioritize demonstrated sales aptitude over a specific major. If the role involves selling insurance products, candidates must obtain an Illinois insurance producer license through the Illinois Department of Insurance, which requires pre-licensing coursework and passing a state exam. For technology or business sales roles, no state license applies and employers typically onboard through internal training programs.
Which companies hire sales consultants in Illinois?
Employers hiring sales consultants in Illinois right now include Cellular Sales, Verizon Authorized Retailer, CarMax, and Comcast, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters in the Chicago metro means large enterprise employers across insurance, technology, and healthcare regularly post sales consultant openings throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most sales consultant jobs?
Chicago, Naperville, and Peoria have the most sales consultant openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it anchors major corporate headquarters in finance, technology, and healthcare, while Naperville and Rockford see steady hiring from regional distribution, manufacturing, and business services employers that maintain dedicated sales teams outside the city.
Are there remote sales consultant jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and they are more common in sales consulting than in many other fields, particularly for inside sales and SaaS-focused roles. About 27% of sales consultant openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role can be conducted over phone, video, and digital platforms. Territory-based roles covering physical accounts are more likely to require in-person client visits.
How can I get hired as a sales consultant in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an inside sales associate or sales development representative role, which large Illinois employers like CDW and Allstate use as structured on-ramps that provide formal training before promoting into full consultant positions. Lateral moves from customer service, retail management, or account coordination roles at Illinois-based companies are common and credible. Completing Illinois Department of Insurance pre-licensing coursework, even before being hired, signals commitment and gives candidates a clear edge for insurance sales roles.
Where can I find and apply to sales consultant jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to sales consultant jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience level and target location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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