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What is a sales and installation manager and how to become one
Sales and installation managers are responsible for overseeing the work on the installation and repairs of products requiring professional installation. They create schedules and coordinate the efforts of the people on the team. They make sure procedures follow safety regulations and company policies.
You might work for various industries offering large-sized or complex products. You will supervise work and communicate with clients to make sure services meet their expectations. You will recruit, hire, and train your staff, monitor their work, and report on their performance to higher management.
A degree in an area related to the industry might be necessary. Excellent communication and time management skills will be essential, beyond expertise in your subject matter. You can expect to earn around $63,330 a year working in this position.
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Bill Thorne
Executive Director of the NRF Foundation and Senior Vice President of Communication and Public Affairs of NRF, National Retail Federation
Avg. Salary $81,935
Avg. Salary $59,228
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Asian 4.07%
Black or African American 3.24%
Hispanic or Latino 9.82%
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male 85.67%
Age - 46American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%
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Age - 46Stress level is manageable
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Complexity level is advanced
7 - challenging
Work life balance is poor
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Sales and installation manager career paths
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Start to develop specific sales and installation manager skills
Skills Percentages Sales Floor 17.77% Project Management 14.06% Plumbing 13.93% Store Sales 13.67% Inventory Control 10.85% Complete relevant sales and installation manager training and internships
Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sales and installation managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sales and installation manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sales and installation manager resumes.Research sales and installation manager duties and responsibilities
- Lead a team of 4 responsible for HVAC installation and sales leads.
- Manage grower relations, accounting, inventory management, and import/export logistics for grower/packer/shipper of melon, squash and asparagus.
- Integrate security, fire, CCTV & access control systems.
- Research products and design low voltage solutions including CCTV systems/ alarms/ and PBX telecom systems.
Apply for sales and installation manager jobs
Now it's time to start searching for a sales and installation manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:
- Browse job boards for relevant postings
- Consult your professional network
- Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
- Watch out for job scams
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Average sales and installation manager salary
The average sales and installation manager salary in the United States is $81,935 per year or $39 per hour. Sales and installation manager salaries range between $60,000 and $111,000 per year.
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Motivating people and helping to create success in each person's day. Honor God serve people in rich people's lives, pursue excellence in service.
Not enough time in each day to get everything accomplished.
Coming in contact with people, motivating staff, making the numbers, profitability for everyone
I like everything
Working and meeting new people. Helping customers with their purchases. Helping employees better themselves and their sales processes.
Nothing
Updated January 8, 2025
