Sales Representative Jobs

A Sales Representative is a professional who works in the sales industry to sell goods and services to customers. These individuals are responsible for identifying potential customers, presenting products or services, answering queries, negotiating prices, and closing sales. They play a pivotal role in the revenue generation process, maintaining relationships with existing clients, and prospecting new customers for business growth. Sales Representatives should be able to understand customer needs, provide accurate information, and have excellent communication skills to effectively convey the benefits of their products or services.

Important skills for a Sales Representative include strong interpersonal and communication skills, negotiation, customer service, and time management. A good understanding of the product or service being sold is crucial, as well as the ability to use sales software and CRM systems. Certifications like Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP) or Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP) can be beneficial, though not always necessary. Before becoming a Sales Representative, a person might have roles such as a Sales Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or a Telemarketer to gain the necessary skills and experience.

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Territory Sales Representative

  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description TruGreen Neighborhood Lawn Territory Sales Representative Every TruGreen associate is committed to quality. We all have an important role to play in the success of our company....

Sales Trainee (Beer Sales)

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 hour ago

Sales Trainees will learn the essential skills to become a Sales Representative, providing coverage to routes when necessary in Southeastern Wisconsin, primarily in the Kenosha and Racine areas....

Route Service & Sales Rep I

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 hour ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 hour ago

What you will do Candidate will maintain and grow a route servicing existing fire extinguisher, kitchen hood, e-light and pre-engineered and possibly engineered gas system customers. Inspect,...

Customer Service - Representative

  • Richmond Heights, MO
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond Heights, MO
  • 1 hour ago

Waterway is now hiring Customer Service - Representatives at our newest location in Richmond Heights! As a Customer Service - Representative you provide outstanding service to our customers,...

Meat Sales Associate

  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • 1 hour ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Sales Consultant

  • Braintree, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream job at Mattress Firm! Join Mattress Firm as a Sleep Expert and have the job of your dreams! Your journey will begin with an extensive,...

Job Title: Insurance Agent – Commercial Trucking Insurance Location: [Hendersonville, Tennessee] (133 Indian Lake Road, Suite 204, Hendersonville, TN 37075) Employment Type: 1099 Independent...

Insurance Sales Associate

  • Plano, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $45000.00 - $68000.00 Job Category: Sales - Comparion Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors...

Company Overview More than 35 years ago, SelectQuote was founded on one core promise: to help our customers protect the people they value most. We pioneered the way consumers shopped for term life...

Optical Sales Associate - Training Provided

  • Willow Spring, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Willow Spring, NC
  • 12 hours ago

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Sales Representative - Dock and Door Equipment

  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 hours ago

EXTERNAL JOB TITLE: SALES REPRESENTATIVE - DOCK AND DOOR EQUIPMENT SALES INTERNAL JOB TITLE: ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE - DOCK AND DOOR This position is based out of Crowns Columbus branch location and...

Sales Representative

  • Reno, NV
  • 12 hours ago
  • Reno, NV
  • 12 hours ago

External Job Title: Sales Representative/Business Development Representative B2B (Entry Level) Internal Job Title: Sales Representative This is an entry level position, and the primary objective is...

Aftermarket Sales Rep Branch

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 12 hours ago

Job Responsibilities: This business-to-business sales position is responsible for the sale of contract maintenance programs for material handling equipment and catalog parts sales....

Outside Sales Representative

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 12 hours ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

This is an entry level position, and the primary objective is to develop into an Account Representative, Aftermarket Sales Representative, Account Manager, or other commissioned sales positions....

Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sales Representative - From Beginner to Advanced
This course is specifically designed for aspiring sales representatives, new sales representatives, and experienced sales representatives that are calling on outlets. These outlets include...
Merck Sales Representative Test Preparation
Looking to become a pharmaceutical sales representative for Merck? To prepare for your video and personal interview, practice with our interview pack. Practicing our personality test, Sienna...
SDR - Sales Development Representative - Braian Florentin
Si estabas buscando desarrollar habilidades de alto valor para aplicar a empresas y poder desempenar tu trabajo de manera totalmente remota y generar altos ingresos en base a tus resultados,...

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Associate's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some High School
1.9%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Representatives
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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