Sales Representative Jobs in Ridgeland, MS

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

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 28 days ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 28 days ago

Seeking an Experienced Bilingual (Spanish) Te rritory Manager to join our Sales Team!! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 30+ days ago

Seeking an Experienced Bilingual (Spanish) Te rritory Manager to join our Sales Team!! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage...

Sales Representative

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 hour ago

Seeking an Experienced Bilingual (Spanish) Te rritory Manager to join our Sales Team! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage...

Sales Associate Pricing

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 3 hours ago

Execute and monitor negotiated contracts from implementation to expiration to ensure accurate development and processing. Support Sales management through contract analysis. Provide notification...

Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 17 hours ago

Join our chic team, dedicated to a styling and social experience that inspires women to express their individuality. POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting...

Territory Sales Representative - Non-Alc (Jackson)

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 17 hours ago

The Headlines: In the role of Territory Sales Representative, you will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships to increase market share and promote our portfolio within your territory...

Sales Consultant - Hattiesburg

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 22 hours ago

Are you an experienced Sales Professional, Restaurant Manager, Culinary Manager or Chef looking for career development opportunities? Join Sysco's World Class Sales Team and explore all the...

Direct Sales Agent Specialist (2866)

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 23 hours ago

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident...

Wealth Management Sales Consultant

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago

process, candidates must be able to pass a non-registered fingerprint background check to qualify as a fingerprinted person under FINRA Must be located in the Mid-West in one following states: ND,...

Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Join our chic team, dedicated to a styling and social experience that inspires women to express their individuality. POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting...

Inside Sales Rep

  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flowood, MS (8 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Location: Flowood, MS, United States Salary: Hourly + ROA Job Post Ending: 05/01/2025 Basic Job Functions: The Inside Sales Representative will work cooperatively with our team to manage customer accounts...

PT Sales Associate

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 2 days ago

Overview Our Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission. As a Sales Associate, your number one job is to share your love of fashion and do whatever it takes to create an amazing...

Sr Sales Trainer, FOLIO

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 2 days ago

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the...

Sales Associate (Sur La Table)

  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (9 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 2 days ago

With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table and the...

Salesperson

  • Pearl, MS (12 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pearl, MS (12 miles from Ridgeland, MS)
  • 3 days 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...

Demographic Data for Ridgeland, MS

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Ridgeland, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Ridgeland, MS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
Master's Degree
11.8%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
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 Ridgeland, MS
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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