Sales Representative Jobs in Hickory, NC

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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Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Merchandising Sales Associate **Overall Job Summary** The High Volume FAST Team Member is responsible for working as part of the Field Activity Support Team (FAST), primarily in a single store, to...

Food Sales Representative - Greater Raleigh Area

  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago

Apply Job ID: 119200BR Type: Sales Primary Location: Hickory, North Carolina Date Posted: 04/18/2025 Job Details: Company Description Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor,...

Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, NC (10 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overall Job Summary The High Volume FAST Team Member is responsible for working as part of the Field Activity Support Team (FAST), primarily in a single store, to own and execute start to finish...

Retail Sales Consultant

  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Granite Falls, NC (7 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 2 days ago

RETAIL SALES CONSULTANT Join us as a Cellular SALES CONSULTANT in our stores. Portables, an AT&T Authorized Retailer, is the number one retailer in America for the world's largest...

PT Deli Bakery Sales Associate

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 3 days ago

PT Deli Bakery Sales Associate Posting Date: 04/15/2025 Location: Lenoir, NC Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 382767 Address: USA-NC-Lenoir-2116 Morganton Blvd Sw...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 3 days ago

Customer Needs and Assessment The Outside Sales Representative will ask simple, direct, open-ended questions....

Inside Sales Rep

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago

Representatives Warm call on lost and/or dormant accounts to retain business Maintain a clean and presentable showroom, sufficiently stocked with merchandise Other duties assigned as needed Requirements...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Paint - Closing

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago

Your work is recognized When pursuing your goals, knowing your company has your back is essential. We give you the resources and benefits you need to work and live. Paid Time Off We offer paid...

Sales Associate - Full Time

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 4 days ago

At Belk we have a vision to reimagine the department store. As a Sales Associate, you will drive store sales and metrics through providing excellent customer service to each customer. Drive sales...

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Recruitment

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago

APPLY HERE Responsibilities Greet customers and provide assistance in locating products, answering questions, and offering suggestions. Drive sales through active listening and a consultative...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Closing

  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Retail Sales Representative

  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lenoir, NC (14 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 6 days ago

FUN ENVIRONMENT. GREAT PEOPLE. EXCELLENT BENEFITS. Looking for a career where you will be appreciated, respected, and have a purpose? Join the hometown team at Carolina West Wireless! Pay range is...

Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Hickory, NC
  • 7 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 7 days ago

Hourly rate ranges from $11.00 - $11.25 per hour and is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Contest Prize Awards, 401K Plan with Company Match, Employee Assistance...

Sales Associate

  • Hickory, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 9 days ago

Overview You recognize yourself when you enter one of our stores. You love to talk about athletic sneakers and apparel as much as you love to collect them. You always scope out the latest styles,...

Retail Associate

  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Morganton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 9 days ago

Hourly Wage: $15 - $28 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Hickory, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Hickory, NC 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 Hickory, NC
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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