Sales Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC
Sales Manager jobs in Columbia, South Carolina cluster in the Vista, downtown's Main Street corridor, and the Harbison and Sandhills commercial districts, with steady demand from employers in healthcare services, financial products, and technology solutions. Employers actively posting right now include AutoZone, TCC Wireless, and AutoNation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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This entry-level financial services position earns a competitive salary of $45,000 per year (paid hourly), plus an uncapped monthly bonus that averages $8,000 annually. In addition, we offer amazing benefits and perks, including health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution as well as paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match after one year, regular bonuses, relocation assistance, and short and long-term disability. If this sounds like the right opportunity in the financial services industry for you, apply to be an Assistant Branch Manager today! *Please note that this position is 100% onsite.
ABOUT REPUBLIC FINANCE
We have helped our customers meet their personal finance goals for more than 70 years by providing a variety of consumer loans, flexible lending options, and incomparable customer service. We are proud to serve over 300,000 customers in more than 250 communities throughout the US, and we continue to expand into new states each year! Our Core Values are at the heart of everything we do with a focus on Our Team, Our Customers, and Our Performance. With a commitment to our customers, we identify lending options that fit each of their unique needs. Not only are we dedicated to serving our customers, but we are also dedicated to giving back to our communities. Company-wide, we participate in various philanthropic efforts such as volunteer opportunities, food drives and back to school drives as well as an annual fund raiser for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Our growing company offers a bright future for our employees. We work to provide a clear career path and many growth opportunities for all of our team members. Our supportive culture is one where we all work together to continuously improve and reach our goals. We show our appreciation for our employees by offering great benefits and competitive pay and by rewarding performance.
Come and join a remarkable team with a growing company that values its employees and regularly promotes from within. Take the next step in your career and apply with us today!
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER (ABM)
We give you all of the tools that you need to succeed and grow into a Branch Manager position! As an entry-level ABM, you will go through an 18 - 24 month on-the-job paid training program in which you learn all of the ins and outs of branch operations and management. Then, you pay that knowledge forward when you are assigned your own branch to manage. Promotion to Branch Manager typically requires relocation, but don't fret, we provide a full relocation package when we promote our ABMs to Branch Managers.
Your main focus is on helping our customers meet their financial goals. You actively seek opportunities to originate new loan business by contacting current and potential customers and listening to understand their needs so you can recommend the best consumer loan and voluntary product solutions for them. You also educate customers on all of our consumer lending services, including how to improve credit and consolidate debt. You help them through the loan application process and make payment reminder calls when needed.
You handle a variety of tasks that contribute to the success of the branch, including evaluating loan applications, performing risk analysis, making credit decisions, administering loan closings, and processing insurance claims. Your management abilities shine as you assist the Branch Manager with recruiting and training as well as developing and implementing plans to meet sales goals while promoting our core values, and ensuring an outstanding customer experience. If you love digging in to get the job done and seeing your hard work pay off in the growth of your branch and advancement opportunities within the company, then this is your gateway to success!
- Bachelor's degree is required. Ideal majors include Business, Finance, Sales or related field.
- 1 year or more of customer facing sales experience (i.e. retail sales, goal-oriented, incentive based) is preferred but not required.
- Professional demeanor, positive attitude, strong communication and customer relations skills.
- Ability to work well independently, as well as a team member in a fast-paced environment and successfully navigate priorities.
- Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Must meet our acceptable standards for criminal background history, credit history and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to meet the eligibility requirements for insurance licensing in order to sell voluntary insurance products. Eligibility is based on a criminal background check conducted by the state’s department of insurance.
- Willingness and ability to relocate for promotion into a Branch Manager role. *Full Relocation package is provided for moves more than 50 miles.
READY TO JUMPSTART YOUR FINANCIAL SERVICES CAREER?
If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level job in financial services with a clear path to management, we encourage you to apply with us, and we look forward to meeting you!
- Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
Additional benefits with Republic Finance include:
- Access to LinkedIn Learning's library of 10,000+ professional development courses
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for multiple charities including an annual drive for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Monthly incentive bonus pay
- Internal promotions
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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Sales Manager Jobs in Columbia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a sales manager job in Columbia?
Focus your search on Columbia's strongest hiring sectors: health systems and insurance carriers concentrated near the Midlands medical corridor, regional banks and credit unions downtown, and B2B technology firms in the Sandhills and northeast corridor. Candidates who combine a documented history of quota attainment with familiarity with the Southeast market tend to stand out. Networking through the Columbia Chamber of Commerce and local industry associations also opens doors faster than cold applications.
Which companies hire sales managers in Columbia?
Columbia sales manager roles are posted by AutoZone, TCC Wireless, and AutoNation and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Columbia's mix of large regional employers, insurance and financial services firms, and healthcare organizations means steady, year-round demand rather than seasonal spikes.
Are there remote sales manager jobs in Columbia?
Yes, though remote availability depends heavily on the role, since sales managers who lead in-person teams or cover territory rarely work fully remote. About 14% of sales manager openings tied to Columbia are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting national trends in the field. Inside-sales leadership and accounts-management roles tied to Columbia-based employers are the most likely to offer hybrid flexibility.
How can I get a sales manager job in Columbia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Columbia is moving up from a high-performing individual contributor role at a local employer, particularly in insurance agencies, auto dealerships, or retail banking branches scattered across Harbison and the Garners Ferry Road corridor. Many Columbia employers promote from within, so joining as a sales representative or account executive and demonstrating consistent results is the clearest local route. Earning a team-lead or assistant manager title first strengthens any application significantly.
Which industries hire the most sales managers in Columbia?
Most sales manager openings in Columbia sit in Automotive, Telecommunications, and Construction & Real Estate, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Columbia's role as a state capital with a large government-adjacent economy, two major hospital systems, and a growing fintech and insurance presence makes those sectors the most consistent sources of sales management demand in the region.
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