Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa

Sales Specialist jobs in Iowa concentrate heavily in agricultural technology, financial services, manufacturing equipment, and healthcare products, with demand at levels from entry-level account associate through senior territory manager. Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport lead hiring volume, anchored by established employers such as Principal Financial Group, Corteva Agriscience, and MidAmerican Energy. The most sought-after specialties in Iowa include B2B industrial sales, insurance and financial products, and agribusiness solutions. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles58
Top employerRussell Cellular
Top cityDavenport, IA
Cities hiring32
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryManufacturing

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Russell Cellular
Sales - Wireless Specialist - West Burlington IA
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Sales - Wireless Specialist - West Burlington IA
Russell Cellular
West Burlington, Iowa
Business Strategy
Product Management
$12 - $17/hr
1,001-5,000

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Russell Cellular
Sales - Wireless Specialist - Bettendorf IA
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Sales - Wireless Specialist - Bettendorf IA
Russell Cellular
Bettendorf, Iowa
Business Strategy
Product Management
$12 - $17/hr
1,001-5,000

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Russell Cellular
Sales - Wireless Specialist - Keokuk IA
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Sales - Wireless Specialist - Keokuk IA
Russell Cellular
Keokuk, Iowa
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$12 - $17/hr
1,001-5,000

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Russell Cellular
Sales - Wireless Specialist - Fort Madison IA
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Sales - Wireless Specialist - Fort Madison IA
Russell Cellular
Fort Madison, Iowa
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$12 - $17/hr
1,001-5,000

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Best Buy
Retail Sales Specialist - Audio Products
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Retail Sales Specialist - Audio Products
Best Buy
West Des Moines, Iowa
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$15 - $18.75/hr
10,000+

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Sales Specialist Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Davenport
7 jobs
Des Moines
6 jobs
West Des Moines
6 jobs
Ames
4 jobs
Bettendorf
3 jobs
Dubuque
2 jobs
Iowa City
2 jobs
Urbandale
2 jobs
Sioux City
2 jobs

Sales Specialist Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Russell Cellular
    Russell Cellular18
  • Best Buy
    Best Buy8
  • OneMain Financial
    OneMain Financial4
  • CNH Industrial
    CNH Industrial2
  • OXEN Technology
    OXEN Technology2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales specialist jobs across Iowa.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a field related to the product area
  • Two or more years of B2B or B2C sales experience with measurable quota attainment
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot for pipeline management
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client presentations and proposals
  • Valid Iowa driver's license and willingness to travel within an assigned territory
  • Ability to collaborate with internal teams including marketing, product, and customer success

Sales Specialist Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales specialist in Iowa?

Most sales specialist roles in Iowa require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a field aligned with the product you will sell, such as agriculture, finance, or healthcare. Iowa does not require a general state sales license, but specialists selling insurance products must hold an active Iowa insurance producer license issued through the Iowa Insurance Division. Building experience in account management or customer-facing roles is the most direct path to specialist-level positions.

Which companies hire sales specialists in Iowa?

Companies currently hiring sales specialists in Iowa include Russell Cellular, Best Buy, and OneMain Financial, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Iowa's strong base of agricultural, financial services, and manufacturing employers means demand for specialists with industry-specific product knowledge tends to remain consistent year-round.

Which Iowa cities have the most sales specialist jobs?

Davenport, Des Moines, and West Des Moines have the most sales specialist openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives the largest share through its concentration of financial services headquarters, insurance carriers, and healthcare systems, while Cedar Rapids and Davenport draw volume from manufacturing, agribusiness, and regional distribution operations that rely heavily on territory-based sales teams.

Are there remote sales specialist jobs in Iowa?

Yes, and they are fairly common for sales roles that focus on inside sales, SaaS, or financial products rather than on-site territory work. About 83% of sales specialist openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how many Iowa employers have built distributed sales teams since shifting away from fully in-office models. Inside sales and account management positions are the sub-roles most likely to offer full remote flexibility.

How can I get hired as a sales specialist in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a sales development representative or account coordinator role, which large Iowa employers such as Principal Financial Group, Plex Systems customers, or regional agricultural distributors regularly hire for without requiring prior quota history. Community colleges across Iowa, including Des Moines Area Community College, offer business and professional sales certificates that strengthen a resume. Lateral moves from customer service, retail banking, or crop insurance support roles are recognized pathways, and completing a relevant Iowa insurance producer license gives candidates a measurable credential edge.

Where can I find and apply to sales specialist jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to sales specialist jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, industry focus, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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