Sales Representative Jobs in Alabama

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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Outside Sales Representative

  • Hartselle, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Hartselle, AL
  • 4 days ago

Safe Haven Security is currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join our outside sales team....

Staff Zone

Outside Sales Representative

Responsibilities as our Outside Sales Representative: Engage in sales, marketing, and business development....

Eye Care Partners

Optical Sales Associate - Training Provided

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...

Customer Service Representative

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 10 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 10 days ago

As a Customer Service Representative, youll build connections and offer a wide range of products and services to our diverse customer base. Our customers are on the go and put their trust in us to...

Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Inside Sales Representative

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $75000.00 Job Category: Sales - Inside/Call Center Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of...

Remote Work

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

  • Hoover, AL
  • 29 days ago
  • Hoover, AL
  • 29 days ago

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $65000.00 Job Category: Sales - Comparion Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors...

Customer Service Representative (Loan Consultant II)

  • Madison, AL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 2 hours ago

At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and...

Sales Associate

  • Decatur, AL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 2 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Becoming an Outfitter means uncapped earnings potential, career growth opportunities, and becoming a sleep expert. Sleep Outfitters is a growing mattress retailer that empowers...

Crane Rental Estimator & Sales Representative

  • Theodore, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Theodore, AL
  • 3 hours ago

Crane Rental Estimator & Sales Representative ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp....

Parts Sales

  • Fayette, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fayette, AL
  • 3 hours ago

Duties: Include any and/or all of the following: Generate sales by determining the customer’s parts requirements and expectations by recommending specific solutions. Educate customers on parts...

Salesperson

  • Calera, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Calera, AL
  • 3 hours ago

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Decatur, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 3 hours ago

A Retail Sales Associate (part-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters and take pride in what you do!...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Alabaster, AL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Alabaster, AL
  • 5 hours ago

We are looking for highly motivated, highly enthusiastic, performance-driven Sales Representatives to knock it out of the park while making a difference in peoples lives....

Sales Associate Optical

  • Spanish Fort, AL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Spanish Fort, AL
  • 5 hours ago

Company Description America's Best is part of National Vision, one of the largest optical retailers in the United States. The Americas Best brand continues to grow, with 1000+ stores and counting....

Sales Support Specialist

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 7 hours ago

SALES SUPPORT SPECIALIST Automation Personnel Services is looking for a hard-working Sales Support Specialist for an Aerospace company based in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will primarily be...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Alabama

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Alabama 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 in Alabama
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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