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Job outlook for senior sales analysts in the United States
Senior sales analyst job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected senior sales analyst job growth rate is 19% from 2018-2028.
About 150,300 new jobs for senior sales analysts are projected over the next decade.
Senior sales analyst salaries have increased 5% for senior sales analysts in the last 5 years.
There are over 7,044 senior sales analysts currently employed in the United States.
There are 79,532 active senior sales analyst job openings in the US.
The average senior sales analyst salary is $82,205.
Are senior sales analyst jobs in demand?
Senior sales analyst job and salary trends over time
Senior sales analyst jobs over time
Senior sales analyst job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,044 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 6,695 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 6,552 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 6,206 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 5,849 | 0.00% |
Average senior sales analyst salary over time
Senior sales analyst salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $82,205 | $39.52 | +3.2% |
| 2024 | $79,682 | $38.31 | +1.1% |
| 2023 | $78,845 | $37.91 | --0.2% |
| 2022 | $78,982 | $37.97 | +1.1% |
| 2021 | $78,145 | $37.57 | +0.7% |
Senior sales analyst jobs by state
Most common states for senior sales analysts
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 288 | 42% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,004 | 12% |
| 3 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 849 | 12% |
| 4 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 707 | 12% |
| 5 | Delaware | 961,939 | 119 | 12% |
| 6 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 559 | 10% |
| 7 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 105 | 10% |
| 8 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 73 | 10% |
| 9 | Vermont | 623,657 | 64 | 10% |
| 10 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,168 | 9% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 477 | 9% |
| 12 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 367 | 9% |
| 13 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 146 | 9% |
| 14 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 119 | 9% |
| 15 | Alaska | 739,795 | 64 | 9% |
| 16 | New York | 19,849,399 | 1,493 | 8% |
| 17 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 694 | 8% |
| 18 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 275 | 8% |
| 19 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 256 | 8% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 84 | 8% |
Most common cities for senior sales analysts
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Billerica | 2 | 5% | $78,200 |
| 2 | Atlanta | 6 | 1% | $71,627 |
| 3 | Boston | 4 | 1% | $78,539 |
| 4 | Birmingham | 2 | 1% | $62,768 |
| 5 | Des Moines | 2 | 1% | $75,212 |
| 6 | Huntsville | 2 | 1% | $63,514 |
| 7 | Irvine | 2 | 1% | $101,838 |
| 8 | Little Rock | 2 | 1% | $68,985 |
| 9 | Chicago | 5 | 0% | $78,932 |
| 10 | Baltimore | 2 | 0% | $80,087 |
| 11 | Dallas | 2 | 0% | $77,697 |
| 12 | Denver | 2 | 0% | $77,384 |
| 13 | Indianapolis | 2 | 0% | $70,544 |
| 14 | Los Angeles | 2 | 0% | $104,380 |
| 15 | New York | 2 | 0% | $91,587 |
| 16 | Phoenix | 2 | 0% | $73,333 |
| 17 | San Francisco | 2 | 0% | $119,684 |
Senior Sales Analyst job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of senior sales analyst experts
University of Illinois at Chicago
University of California, Irvine
University of Nebraska - Omaha
Xavier University
University of Minnesota - Duluth
Texas Christian University
The Catholic University of America
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
University of California, Irvine
Coastal Carolina University
Adelphi University
Kent State University
Humboldt State University
Longwood University
Montana State University
Florida Gulf Coast University
Menlo College
Pennsylvania State University
Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology
Spyros Kitsiou Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorUniversity of Illinois at Chicago
Medical Illustration And Informatics
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
Spyros Kitsiou Ph.D.: In terms of hard skills: Data analytics, Machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques, Mobile health informatics. In terms of soft skills: Problem-solving, Motivation and drive driven by curiosity, Communication skills.
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
Dr. Jessie Borelli Ph.D.: Students trained in psychological science have many skills but tend to undervalue or underestimate their own worth. Our students are qualified to work in human services, business and marketing, research and development, the non-profit sector, and data science. To find the job that’s right for you, it’s important to identify what your long-term career goals are and to have a vision of how you want to achieve those goals. Some career fields may require advanced degrees but for other positions, a bachelor’s degree with applicable experience may be sufficient.
What Senior Sales Analyst skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
John Clark Ph.D., CFA, CFP®: In the next 3-5 years, I think the finance industry will see a number of opportunities develop for tech savvy graduates. In many areas, incorporating data analytics and understanding how to handle big data will become an important skill. Banks and insurance companies will continue to develop tools for underwriting and credit analysis. Investment firms will begin to utilize the tools of big data to provide clients greater customization at lower costs. Corporations will desire these skills to provide better data for decision making and to help deliver better outcomes for their customers.
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
John Lyden: Research skills (ability to find and interpret information), oral and written communication skills (ability to present information clearly), data analysis and interpretation, language interpretation and translation. Computer facility will be highly valued. Employers will include those in higher education, government, non-profits, research institutes, and museums.
KATHERINE (KATE) Katherine Loveland Ph.D.
Chair & Associate ProfessorXavier University
Marketing
What will help Senior Sales Analysts increase their earning potential?
KATHERINE (KATE) Katherine Loveland Ph.D.: I would probably give this advice to any graduate, but it is particularly important in marketing: work on building your personal connections. By this, I don't just mean building your online professional network, although this is important, I mean put in the actual face time. Pick up the phone, walk down the hall, go into the office, schedule the lunch (or coffee or drink), attend the networking event and then follow-up. We are social beings and I hear from managers all the time that the new hires who stand out are those who take the time to build relationships. Also, marketing is fundamentally about building connections between customer needs and organizational offerings. The best way to spot opportunities is to be actively engaged with a broad spectrum of people both within and outside the organization.
Ahmed Maamoun Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Marketing & 8X Recipient of the University of Minnesota’s Certificate for “Outstanding Teaching and Dedication to Helping Students Learn”University of Minnesota - Duluth
Marketing
What will help Senior Sales Analysts increase their earning potential?
Ahmed Maamoun Ph.D.: The news from the job market is quite startling. A recent study from McKinsey & Company
estimates that nearly half of all U.S. jobs will be automated by 2030. Artificial Intelligence,
machine learning, and robots will make routine and conventional jobs obsolete. Most of what
students are learning will be irrelevant and dated by the time they graduate. This highlights the
need for emphasizing not just the academic abilities of graduates, but their soft and professional
skills as well. Graduates (regardless of their undergraduate major) who demonstrate a capacity to
think critically, communicate clearly, learn adaptively, make ethical decisions, work well with
others, and solve complex problems will stand a better chance of surviving in that ever-changing
job market. For example, in one survey, 93% of employers reported that "a candidate's
demonstrated capacity to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems is
more important than his or her undergraduate major."
Ken Corbit Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in MarketingTexas Christian University
Specialized Sales, Merchandising And Marketing Operations
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
Ken Corbit Ph.D.: Strategic
Company Selection:
Focus on joining companies with robust sales training programs, emphasizing consultative selling. Look for organizations that invest in your development, providing live calling experiences, quota-driven sales processes, and exposure to tools like Salesforce.
Tech
Proficiency and Sales Tools Mastery:
Familiarize yourself with cutting-edge sales technologies, including CRM tools like Salesforce. Your proficiency in these tools will not only streamline your sales processes but also position you as a tech-savvy professional in the competitive sales landscape.
Hands-On
Experience:
Actively engage in live calling, take ownership of sales funnels, and work with senior hiring authorities during your training. This hands-on experience will not only build your confidence but also prepare you for the challenges of consultative selling.
Research
and Decision-Making Skills:
Develop strong research skills to evaluate companies based on fit, growth opportunities, compensation structures, and overall potential. This informed decision-making approach will set you apart and empower you to navigate the sales landscape strategically.
Mentorship
and Networking:
Seek mentorship both within and outside your organization. Building relationships with mentors who invest in your sales skills and knowledge will provide valuable insights. Additionally, actively participate in online forums to connect with practical sales
knowledge and best practices.
Marykate Conroy
Director of Career Development & Employer RelationsThe Catholic University of America
The Busch School of Business
What skills stand out on Senior Sales Analyst resumes?
Marykate Conroy: Skills that stand out on a resume for a business analyst position are critical thinking/problem-solving ability and experience, analytical skills, and communication skills. Experience working with clients or on a group project is one way to highlight your communication abilities. Analysts not only have to research and analyze information but also communicate their solutions clearly and in a digestible fashion. When you have internships, academic projects, or client work experience, highlighting this on your resume for these positions can help you stand out.
Bertrand Clarke Ph.D.
Professor and ChairUniversity of Nebraska - Lincoln
Department Of Statistics
What soft skills should all Senior Sales Analysts possess?
Bertrand Clarke Ph.D.: Ability to communicate results to the people who want the answers. Ability to outline the method you used and why you used it. Ability to work in a group that has diverse backgrounds. Less tangible, the sixth sense stats people have for how far to push an analysis, e.g., not overuse the data, not make assumptions you can't justify.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Senior Sales Analysts?
Bertrand Clarke Ph.D.: Linear models and their follow-on techniques -- generalized linear models, mixed models. Familiarity with nonlinear methods, including classification. Basic nonparametric techniques like PCA, clustering, etc.
Expertise in programming in various languages (R, Python, SAS, etc.)
Expertise in working with various data structures and software.
There are specialized areas as well -- time series, spatial statistics, etc. But they often rely on the methods in the first paragraph.
David Feldman Ph.D.
Professor of Urban Planning and Public Policy and Political Science, Director, Water UCI, Director, MPP ProgramUniversity of California, Irvine
Urban Planning and Public Policy
What soft skills should all Senior Sales Analysts possess?
David Feldman Ph.D.: Ability to communicate well, good teamwork skills, displaying patience, being able to take and respond to constructive criticism, collaborative ability.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Senior Sales Analysts?
David Feldman Ph.D.: Quantitative analytical skills.
Sourav Batabyal Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Finance and EconomicsCoastal Carolina University
Finance and Economics Department
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Senior Sales Analysts?
Sourav Batabyal Ph.D.: In the U.S., the first confirmed COVID-19 case was reported on January 22, 2020. Since then, this pandemic has forced us to shut down many businesses and paused many economic activities. Social distancing requirements imposed to fight the epidemic have crushed many industries including airlines, leisure & hospitality, bars & restaurants, Broadway & entertainment, etc. Unemployment peaked at 14.7% in April and then eventually fell to 7.9% in September. The colleges and universities across the country have canceled in-person classes and switched to online instruction to control coronavirus spread. On June 8, NBER announced that the U.S. economy was in recession since February. This recession is different than any other recent economic downturn. It's pegged to the global health crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by Congress with bipartisan support and signed into law by President Trump on March 27, 2020. It was an over $2 trillion economic relief package that provided direct financial assistance to American workers, families, and small businesses, and preserved jobs for American industries. The Federal Reserve lowered the target range for the federal funds rate from 0 to 1/4 percent. Interest rates near zero will likely stay in place for years, as the Federal Reserve seeks to restructure the economy characterized by low inflation and a lockdown-affected labor market. The major economies are experiencing sharp economic contractions, as evidenced by falling real GDP, real income, employment, industrial production, and wholesale, retail sales.
In Fall 2020, many colleges and universities announced their plans for a phased return to face-to-face (F2F) instruction. At Coastal Carolina University (CCU), we are in Phase 1 of the Coastal Comeback plan. Every one of us needs to follow the standards and guidelines for the soft comeback to F2F instruction. These standards are: wearing masks, physical and social distancing, avoid public gathering, sanitation and disinfection, personal protective equipment, health screening and monitoring, and COVID-19 testing and infection containment.
Recent graduates may find it more challenging than standard times to find their first job in a recession-hit economy. Those students who already finished an internship or have prior job experience may find it easier to be absorbed in this labor market. If they don't find the suitable jobs they are looking for, we can see a rise in graduate school enrollments in the coming semesters. The recovery process will be slower if Congress and the White House delay the second round of fiscal stimulus. It will take a long time for output to go back to the full employment level, but hiring will take momentum, once we have the vaccine and therapeutics available for everyone. The coronavirus pandemic will remain in our memories and represent not just a global health crisis, but also a cautionary tale of how society is ready to overcome such adversity in the future. Students need to be resilient, stay informed, keep faith in what they are doing; then a whole new world of opportunities will open up for them, once the pandemic is over.
Hanna Kim Ph.D.
Associate Professor, ChairAdelphi University
Anthropology, College of Arts and Sciences
What skills stand out on Senior Sales Analyst resumes?
Hanna Kim Ph.D.: Considering the undergraduate anthropology curriculum, many colleges and universities try to cover at least 2-3 of the 4 major subfields of Anthropology in their curriculum.
I say "try to" as the reality is that having faculty in all 4 subfields is not possible for many reasons. (The 4 subfields are cultural anthropology, archeology, biological anthropology (sometimes physical anthropology), and anthropological linguistics. These subfields are mirrored in graduate school where students going for PhDs will be focused on 1 subfield.)
For undergraduates with an anthropology degree seeking employment, I can speak only from the faculty side, not the employer side. My students report these factors as relevant to their being hired (and accepted into competitive schools in museum studies, social work, law school, etc.:
Analytical skills; clear writing; ability to synthesize large amounts of reading and data into well-supported arguments and interpretations; open-mindedness toward different identities and ways of being.
A hugely important skill that anthropology graduates have is the ability to be presented with a complex situation or problem, and to be able to chart a plan on how to approach the problem, gather data and other necessary information to solve the problem, and then to come up with a solution or possible strategies. Too often, particularly in situations involving human behavior, what is needed is a stronger grasp of social and cultural factors that could impede the desired outcome. Students of anthropology know that ways of doing things, and even seeing and thinking, are profoundly influenced by categories of thought that are culturally situated. This means that problem solving has to consider a network of variables that have an impact on behavior. Anthropology students, I would argue, would embrace this complexity rather than be hesitant to acknowledge it in favor of a more expedient and, in the long run, less successful solution.
What soft skills should all Senior Sales Analysts possess?
Hanna Kim Ph.D.: Important soft skills: strong emotional intelligence: Anthropology students with fieldwork experience, for example, from study abroad, field school, or a course/semester capstone or thesis project, know the challenges of conducting a project or being part of a team with a project goal. Being attuned towards one's interlocutors or colleagues, that is, being aware of and acting appropriately, whether to obtain rich fieldwork data or facilitate teamwork, are valuable skills. Successful fieldwork, even of short duration, tests one's skills of interaction in unfamiliar situations; of reading a situation that may be uncomfortable and strange to one's experience; of navigating power dynamics, and learning while doing when one does not have all the skills needed. The anthropology student who has emerged from the other side of fieldwork has acquired these abilities. I would say that anthropological fieldwork demands strong baseline soft skills in emotional intelligence, or what I might call a heightened awareness that how people react, behave, and perform rests on many factors. One learns from anthropology by paying attention to these factors (by discerning them through observation and not via assumptions) and understanding them in context rather than jumping to conclusions.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Senior Sales Analysts?
Hanna Kim Ph.D.: Hard skills: being more than monolingual! In a globally connected marketplace where young people worldwide are learning and mastering the English language, their multilingualism makes them attractive hires for multinational or international companies. Anthropology students know the non-negotiable importance of knowing a fieldwork language to understand peoples and their cultures. The same would hold for the workplace: knowing one or more languages affords an employee not just possibilities for work assignments: such an employee, i.e., an anthropology graduate who values the connection of language and culture, is ideally suited to work on projects that demand sensitivity to cultural, social, historical, and political nuances. This includes those who work in international humanitarian groups as well as those who work in global finance.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Senior Sales Analysts?
Michael Ellis Ph.D.: Most economics undergraduates obtain jobs as analysts, especially in the financial and non-financial business industries, because of their skills in analyzing data. The pre-coronavirus pandemic trend of increasing job opportunities for those who can analyze data will not be reversed by the pandemic and in fact may increase the growth of such job opportunities.
What soft skills should all Senior Sales Analysts possess?
Dr. Anne Paulet Ph.D.: In terms of soft skills, those probably won't change much, they will simply be practiced differently. Being flexible is important since jobs may switch between home and office and since one may be dealing with someone else working from home and the challenges that can present-what cat owner hasn't had their cat walk in front of the camera or step on the wrong computer key? The ability to work in groups will continue to have importance as well as the ability to manage your own time and meet deadlines. At the same time, the nature of computer camera interaction means that people will have to learn to "read" others differently than they would in an in-person environment. Many recent articles have talked about how it is harder to read facial cues or detect emotional responses on the computer. Again, those presently taking synchronous classes have the opportunity to practice these skills--providing students turn on their cameras rather than relying only on audio. If the past year has demonstrated anything, it is that people need to be more culturally aware and sensitive and also be able to work with people of diverse backgrounds. History classes are a great way for students to better understand what others have gone through and how that might impact interaction today. Additionally, history classes-as well as college in general-should provide students with the skills to help create the kind of changes in institutions and companies that need to be made to make them more inclusive. Perhaps the greatest skill college students have is the ability to learn. I never intended to teach online, yet here I am doing just that. It required learning new ways to approach teaching, reconsideration of the ways students learned in the new environment, and figuring out new online programs to make all this happen. I was forced to do this as a result of the pandemic but most students will find that this sort of adjustment-whether foreseen or not-will be a regular part of their career path. The ability to learn these new skills, to apply new methods and to approach issues in new and innovative ways will help them stand out when it comes to looking for a job.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Senior Sales Analysts to find work opportunities?
Dr. David Lehr: Most job growth will continue to be in urban centers and the surrounding suburbs. Rural areas will continue to struggle (remote work notwithstanding).
What skills stand out on Senior Sales Analyst resumes?
Dr. Angela Woodland Ph.D.: Skills that are immediately useful stand out on resumes. Right now, data analytics skills are in hot demand. A desirable job candidate should be able to import large data sets in various formats, clean data, manipulate data, interrogate data, and draw conclusions from the data. Additionally, the job candidate should be able to prepare informative and easy-to-follow data visualizations of the results. This skill set allows a job candidate to be immediately useful in an organization. It is the new way of analyzing and communicating.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Senior Sales Analyst job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Glenn Whitehouse: -Work from home arrangements are more common now and will probably continue after the pandemic - this should make it less necessary to migrate to a major city to find good work
-Along with virtual work goes the need to be able to do your job in a technologically mediated way. Workers in all fields will need to "tech up" and know workplace software, even if they are not employed in a "tech" field
-Career paths are likely to become less linear and less secure in an unstable economy. This puts a premium on career flexibility and the ability to pivot among opportunities and adapt to change. Philosophy majors actually have some advantages here, since the key skills of philosophy - critical thinking, problem solving, persuasion, writing - are all highly transferable between jobs.
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
Shalini Gopalkrishnan: Reskilling and upskilling rather than four year degrees. Already Google, Amazon, IBM, and other firms have removed the bachelor's degree requirement. Please be agile, keep an open mind, and learn new things. You will always be a student as the pace of change is rapid. Get into a growth mindset now.
Stephen A. Matthews Ph.D.
Liberal Arts Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, Demography and Geography Director, Graduate Program in Demography Faculty Director, Graduate Programs in Applied Demography Editor, Spatial Demography Associate Editor, Mathematical Population StudiesPennsylvania State University
Department of Socilogy na Criminology
What skills stand out on Senior Sales Analyst resumes?
Stephen A. Matthews Ph.D.: Our program is too broad and complex to answer this in any meaningful way (see my opening paragraph). I hope our Ph.D. graduates have both soft skills (e.g., people skills, communication (writing/speaking), team science/work skills, critical thinking skills) as well as the technical skills (e.g., data analysis, data visualization, data ethics, IRB experience, etc.). As mentioned, I also hope they are flexible and adaptive vis-a-vis other perspectives (interdisciplinary outlook).
What general advice would you give to a Senior Sales Analyst?
Cheryl Dorsey: Overall, for a new graduate starting their career, I would suggest that you be flexible and try to learn as much as possible to develop additional skills. This will make you more marketable in the future.