Sales Executive Jobs in Illinois

Sales Executive jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with consistent openings in technology, financial services, healthcare products, manufacturing distribution, and commercial real estate, covering everything from entry-level account representative roles through senior regional and national accounts leadership. Chicago drives the bulk of hiring, with Schaumburg and Naperville also active as major suburban corporate corridors, and well-established employers like Salesforce, Zebra Technologies, and Aon maintain significant Illinois sales forces. Business-to-business software, medical device, and logistics sales are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles166+
Top employerTarget
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring52
Work type41% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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Genesis Global Group
Entry Level Sales Executive - Minooka/New Lenox/Morris, IL
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Genesis Global Group
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Entry Level Sales Executive - Minooka/New Lenox/Morris, IL
Genesis Global Group
New Lenox, Illinois
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
Bachelor's degree

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Yamato Transport U.S.A., Inc.
Sales Executive
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Sales Executive
Yamato Transport U.S.A., Inc.
Wood Dale, Illinois
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
Hybrid

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Google
Account Executive, Apps, Large Customer Sales
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Google
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Account Executive, Apps, Large Customer Sales
Google
Chicago, Illinois
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
$121k - $173k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Buckman
Sales Executive-Industrial Water Treatment (Illinois)
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Buckman
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Sales Executive-Industrial Water Treatment (Illinois)
Buckman
Illinois
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Qatar Airways
Senior Cargo Sales Executive - ORD
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Qatar Airways
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Senior Cargo Sales Executive - ORD
Qatar Airways
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
10,000+

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Sales Executive Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Aurora
7 jobs
Schaumburg
6 jobs
Springfield
5 jobs
Champaign
4 jobs
Downers Grove
4 jobs
Peoria
3 jobs
Rockford
3 jobs
Lake Forest
3 jobs

Sales Executive Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

Target
Target9 open roles
Atos
Atos5 open roles
T-Mobile
T-Mobile5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Telecommunications
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales executive jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field required
  • Proven experience meeting or exceeding quota in a B2B or B2C sales environment
  • Strong familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
  • Ability to build and manage a pipeline across multiple Illinois accounts or territories
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client presentations and negotiations
  • Willingness to travel within the Illinois region for prospect meetings and client visits

Sales Executive Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales executive in Illinois?

Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, though some technology and financial services firms accept equivalent experience. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for general sales roles, but insurance sales executives must hold an Illinois Department of Insurance producer license, and securities-focused roles require FINRA registration. Starting in inside sales or as an account representative at a Chicago-area company and progressing through demonstrated quota achievement is the most common path.

How much do sales executives make in Illinois?

Sales executives in Illinois earn a median of about $155,280 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,760 for the lowest 10% to over $282,890 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire sales executives in Illinois?

Employers hiring sales executives in Illinois right now include Target, Atos, and T-Mobile, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and major regional offices in the Chicago metro means large enterprise software, insurance, logistics, and healthcare companies consistently post openings throughout the year.

Which Illinois cities have the most sales executive jobs?

Chicago, Aurora, and Illinois have the most sales executive openings in Illinois. Chicago anchors the market through its concentration of corporate headquarters and financial services firms, while Schaumburg and Naperville generate steady demand as home to major technology and manufacturing company offices that rely heavily on regional sales teams.

Are there remote sales executive jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many fields. About 72% of sales executive openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves phone, video, and email outreach that does not require a fixed office. Strategic account management, enterprise software sales, and national accounts roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility among Illinois postings.

How can I get hired as a sales executive in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a sales development representative or inside sales associate at a Chicago-area technology, staffing, or financial services firm. Companies like CDW, Morningstar, and Northern Trust run structured sales associate programs that onboard candidates without direct sales experience. Pursuing an Illinois Department of Insurance producer license, even before applying, signals seriousness for insurance and financial roles, and proficiency in Salesforce or HubSpot gives candidates a competitive edge over other entry-level applicants.

Where can I find and apply to sales executive jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to sales executive jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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