Telemarketer Jobs in Illinois

A Telemarketer is responsible for soliciting sales for products or services over the phone. They generate interest, qualify prospects, and close sales by delivering prepared sales talks, reading from scripts that describe products or services. These professionals also obtain customer information, record customer details including reaction to the product or service presented, and enter and update customer information in the database. They are crucial in the sales industry as they often serve as the first touchpoint for potential customers, thus setting the tone for the customer's overall experience with the company.

An exceptional Telemarketer should have excellent communication and persuasion skills, a patient and persistent nature, and the ability to handle customer rejection gracefully. Some certifications that can aid in this position include the Certified Inside Sales Professional (CISP) and the Certified Professional in Inside Sales (CPISI). Prior to becoming a Telemarketer, an individual may have held roles such as a Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative, or Call Center Agent, which provide valuable customer interaction experience and the foundational sales skills necessary to excel in telemarketing.

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Remote Sales Representative

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 2 days ago

Since 2006, Valued Merchant Services (VMS) has been a trusted leader in payment solutions. With an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and recognition as an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing...

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Call Center Representative (Support Services)

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 2 days ago

About Wheaton Eye Clinic Founded over 80 years ago, the Wheaton Eye Clinic is a nationally recognized multi-subspecialty ophthalmology practice that spans the western suburbs of Chicago and is the...

Customer Service Sales Representative

  • O Fallon, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 3 days ago

6007 - O'Fallon - 1254 Central Park Drive, O'Fallon, Illinois, 62269 CarMax, the way your career should be! About this job As a Customer Specialist, you will be empowered to provide an iconic...

Call Center Representative Overnight Shift Remote

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

CALL CENTER REPRESENTATIVE - OVERNIGHT SHIFT - REMOTE Chicago, ILLINOIS JOB REFERENCE ID: 25-03138 JOB TYPE: Contract LOCATION: Chicago, ILLINOIS PAY RATE: $21.0 - $23.0 POST DATE: March 6, 2025 :...

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IMPROV Actors and Talent For REMOTE Telephone Sales Staff Training!

  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 6 days ago

un IMPROV Actors and Talent For REMOTE Telephone Sales Staff Training! (Oak Brook, IL) image 1 of 1 compensation: $25 per call. I'm a personal injury lawyer. I need some excellent IMPROV folks to...

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B2B Cold Caller Needed - Work Remotely / From Home

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

un B2B Cold Caller Needed - Work Remotely / From Home (Chicago/Anywhere) compensation: $20/HR On Phone + commission We are looking for Business cold callers. You will work remotely, calling...

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Call-Center Representative- USABLUEBOOK (Waukegan, IL)

  • Zion, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Zion, IL
  • 7 days ago

Call-Center Representative- USABLUEBOOK (Waukegan, IL) USABlueBook (a division of HD SUPPLY) is the recognized source of products and technical support for professional water and wastewater...

Inbound Call Center Representative

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Inbound Call Center Representative Job Description Patient Services Inbound Representative (Chicago, IL) Bring your passion for making a meaningful difference in people's lives to the forefront in...

Call Center Representative

  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 8 days ago

About Us Accel Entertainment partners with small business owners to help their businesses thrive. We provide regulated electronic gaming machines and amusement devices in customized, inviting...

Outbound Sales Representative

  • Mattoon, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 9 days ago

at Consolidated Communications Enterprise Services, I in Mattoon, Illinois, United States Job Description Major Duties Classification: Non-Exempt / Non-Bargaining Position may be located remote....

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Call Center Representative - KBI

  • Plainfield, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL
  • 10 days ago

KBI - Call Center Representative At Pentair, you will work along-side passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people...

Call Center Representative

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

The CWB Representative role supports the CWB contact center by servicing customers through inbound/outbound calls and emails. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate...

Full Time Call Center Representative

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 days ago

at Movado Group, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description At Movado Group, we are committed to building the strongest brands in the industry and we are passionate about what we do....

Call Center Representative

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 11 days ago

TEKsystems Call Center Representative in Deerfield , Illinois Description The main function of a call center/customer service specialist is to interact with customers to provide information in...

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Claims Call Center Representative

  • IL
  • 12 days ago
  • IL
  • 12 days ago

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer that serves its customers in global and local markets. Zurichs customers include individuals, small businesses, and mid-sized and large companies, as well as...

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Salary for Telemarketer Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Telemarketers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.3%
High School or GED
26.8%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Telemarketers in Illinois
None
66.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
Less than 1 year
15.3%


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