Sales Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
Sales Manager jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the Fulton Market corridor, with strong demand across fintech, enterprise software, healthcare, and manufacturing sales. Employers hiring right now include Logic, Spectrum, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About Us:
TradeTheNews.com is a private financial intelligence community which marries live audio analyst squawks with real-time headlines and the ability to ask question directly to the analyst in real-time 24-hrs a day. We are known for our speed and ability to filter out all the noise so the professional investor or trader can focus on what they do best...TRADING. Our team is made up of individuals with a variety of backgrounds including hedge funds, prop or institutional trading experience, analysts, Equity, FOREX, Futures, Fixed Income and Credit.
Shift: Full-time, day shift (EST)
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience (hourly rate + commission)
Employment Type: 1099Contract (long term)
Location: Chicago, Hybrid - Remote* + visits to clients in Chicago Loop area (2-3 times per week)
* Remote work requires a dedicated, quiet workspace with a closing door.
As a Salesperson you will:
- Respond to client inquiries, handle administrative tasks, and manage phone calls.
- Pursue both warm and hot leads, prospecting and generating new sales leads through referrals and cold-calling, focusing on financial institutions.
- Visit prospects on trading desks, recommending features, and manage the sales cycle from trial to contract execution.
- Encourage individuals to apply, leveraging relationships within the buy and sell-side communities for success.
- Collaborate closely with the support and development teams, learning to assist clients with the NewsStation platform and participating in testing new platform releases.
Objectives of this role:
- Provide exceptional client support.
- Generate high-quality leads to expand our customer base.
- Achieve or exceed sales targets, contributing to month-over-month growth.
- Promote our company as the real-time financial news analysis industry leader.
- Optimize efficiency in winning and closing sales.
Required Experience:
- Degree or work experience in finance.
- Sales, telemarketing, or call center experience.
- Sell-side (preferably) or buy-side trading experience.
- Positive, energetic personality with strong focus and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask effectively.
- Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
What will help you be successful:
- Strong industry contacts.
- Ability to leverage contacts and relationships effectively.
- Enthusiasm for prospecting and hunting.
- Comprehensive understanding of how news flow impacts various asset classes.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home
Experience:
- Sales: 5 years (Required)
- Financial Markets: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60601 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60601
About Us:
TradeTheNews.com is a private financial intelligence community which marries live audio analyst squawks with real-time headlines and the ability to ask question directly to the analyst in real-time 24-hrs a day. We are known for our speed and ability to filter out all the noise so the professional investor or trader can focus on what they do best...TRADING. Our team is made up of individuals with a variety of backgrounds including hedge funds, prop or institutional trading experience, analysts, Equity, FOREX, Futures, Fixed Income and Credit.
Shift: Full-time, day shift (EST)
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience (hourly rate + commission)
Employment Type: 1099Contract (long term)
Location: Chicago, Hybrid - Remote* + visits to clients in Chicago Loop area (2-3 times per week)
* Remote work requires a dedicated, quiet workspace with a closing door.
As a Salesperson you will:
- Respond to client inquiries, handle administrative tasks, and manage phone calls.
- Pursue both warm and hot leads, prospecting and generating new sales leads through referrals and cold-calling, focusing on financial institutions.
- Visit prospects on trading desks, recommending features, and manage the sales cycle from trial to contract execution.
- Encourage individuals to apply, leveraging relationships within the buy and sell-side communities for success.
- Collaborate closely with the support and development teams, learning to assist clients with the NewsStation platform and participating in testing new platform releases.
Objectives of this role:
- Provide exceptional client support.
- Generate high-quality leads to expand our customer base.
- Achieve or exceed sales targets, contributing to month-over-month growth.
- Promote our company as the real-time financial news analysis industry leader.
- Optimize efficiency in winning and closing sales.
Required Experience:
- Degree or work experience in finance.
- Sales, telemarketing, or call center experience.
- Sell-side (preferably) or buy-side trading experience.
- Positive, energetic personality with strong focus and communication skills.
- Ability to multitask effectively.
- Fluency in multiple languages is a plus.
What will help you be successful:
- Strong industry contacts.
- Ability to leverage contacts and relationships effectively.
- Enthusiasm for prospecting and hunting.
- Comprehensive understanding of how news flow impacts various asset classes.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home
Experience:
- Sales: 5 years (Required)
- Financial Markets: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60601 (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60601
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Who's Hiring
- Logic23
- Spectrum6
- Information Technology Senior Management Forum6
- ABB3
- JLL3
Sales Manager Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sales manager job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's strongest hiring sectors: enterprise software and SaaS firms clustered in the Loop and River North, healthcare and medical device companies on the North Side, and industrial and manufacturing distributors based in the suburbs and along the I-88 corridor. Candidates who show a history of quota attainment, experience managing a team, and familiarity with Chicago's B2B or healthcare buyer landscape move fastest through local hiring pipelines.
Which companies hire sales managers in Chicago?
Companies currently hiring sales managers in Chicago include Logic, Spectrum, and Information Technology Senior Management Forum, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chicago's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, fast-growing SaaS companies, and regional healthcare systems means demand comes from a wide range of employer sizes and industries.
Are there remote sales manager jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though remote options are more limited for sales managers than for purely desk-based roles, since many positions require leading in-person teams, attending client meetings, or working a defined territory. About 74% of sales manager openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the remote share highest in SaaS and inside-sales-focused organizations headquartered downtown.
How can I get a sales manager job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is moving up from a senior individual-contributor sales role at a local employer, since most Chicago companies promote their top account executives into management before hiring externally. Inside-sales teams at Chicago-based SaaS and fintech firms regularly develop first-time managers through structured programs, and regional distributors in the suburbs often promote territory reps into team-lead roles as a stepping stone to full management titles.
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