Sales Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Sales Manager jobs in New Jersey are among the most active in the Northeast, with consistent demand from the pharmaceutical, financial services, consumer goods, and logistics sectors and openings from entry-level territory managers through senior regional directors. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in Newark, Jersey City, and Parsippany, where companies like Johnson & Johnson, Prudential Financial, and Mercedes-Benz USA maintain major operations and regularly recruit sales leadership. The most in-demand specialties include B2B technology sales, pharmaceutical and medical device sales, and financial services account management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles77
Top employerAutoZone
Top cityJersey City, NJ
Cities hiring53
Work type59% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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LA Fitness
Sales Manager In Training
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Sales Manager In Training
LA Fitness
Union, New Jersey
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$16 - $20/hr
On-Site
10,000+

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AutoZone
Parts Sales Manager
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AutoZone
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Parts Sales Manager
AutoZone
Roselle Park, New Jersey
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Account Management
Business Operations
Customer Service
$15 - $18/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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ZimVie
Territory Sales Manager
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Territory Sales Manager
ZimVie
Jersey City, New Jersey
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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AutoZone
Part Sales Manager – Full Time
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AutoZone
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Part Sales Manager – Full Time
AutoZone
Roselle Park, New Jersey
Business Operations
Customer Service & Support
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$15.92 - $18.79/hr
ASE Certification
10,000+

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AutoZone
Part Sales Manager – Full Time
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AutoZone
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Part Sales Manager – Full Time
AutoZone
Forked River, New Jersey
Business Operations
Customer Service & Support
Logistics & Fleet Management
Project Management
$16.9 - $17.72/hr
ASE Certification
10,000+

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Sales Manager Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jersey City
4 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
4 jobs
Edison
3 jobs
Trenton
3 jobs
Princeton
3 jobs
Toms River
3 jobs
Holmdel
2 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Voorhees
2 jobs

Sales Manager Job Market in New Jersey

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

Who's Hiring

  • AutoZone
    AutoZone15
  • ADP
    ADP3
  • Uline
    Uline3
  • Ulta
    Ulta2
  • Michaels
    Michaels2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales manager jobs across New Jersey.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required
  • Proven experience leading a sales team and managing a defined territory
  • Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed quota in a quota-carrying role
  • Strong command of CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot
  • Experience forecasting revenue and presenting pipeline reports to senior leadership
  • Familiarity with New Jersey's pharmaceutical, financial services, or logistics industries preferred

Sales Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales manager in New Jersey?

Most sales managers in New Jersey move into the role after several years in an individual contributor sales position, typically in the same industry. New Jersey does not require a state-issued license specifically to work as a sales manager. Candidates in pharmaceutical or medical device sales often benefit from industry credentials such as the Certified National Pharmaceutical Representative designation, while those in financial services may need FINRA Series licenses relevant to their products. A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is the standard baseline most New Jersey employers expect.

How much do sales managers make in New Jersey?

Sales managers in New Jersey earn a median of about $173,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,580 for the lowest 10% to over $308,630 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire sales managers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring sales managers in New Jersey right now include AutoZone, ADP, and Uline, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters, financial services firms, and logistics companies means hiring activity is spread across both the Gateway region near Newark and the Route 1 corridor through Edison and Princeton.

Which New Jersey cities have the most sales manager jobs?

The cities with the most sales manager openings in New Jersey are Jersey City, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Edison. Newark and Jersey City draw volume from financial services and technology firms anchored in the broader New York metro, while Parsippany and the Route 1 corridor attract pharmaceutical, consumer goods, and logistics employers that maintain their national or regional headquarters there.

Are there remote sales manager jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical roles because sales management typically involves coaching reps in the field and meeting clients in person. About 41% of sales manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote share higher in inside sales and SaaS-focused roles than in pharmaceutical or field sales positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is to first build a strong individual contributor record in a territory representative or account executive role at a New Jersey employer, then pursue an internal promotion. Large pharmaceutical companies based along the Route 1 corridor, including those in Parsippany and Bridgewater, regularly promote high-performing sales reps into team lead or assistant manager roles. Earning an industry credential such as a FINRA Series license or a pharmaceutical sales certificate strengthens a promotion case considerably, and candidates who have managed even informal mentorship or training responsibilities have a clear edge.

Where can I find and apply to sales manager jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to sales manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and target industry, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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