Sales Representative Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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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Pharma Field Sales - Diabetes Care Specialist - Bakersfield California

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 hours ago

About the Department The Diabetes Sales Team leads the US sales efforts for Novo Nordisks robust cardiometabolic product portfolio, which includes world class therapies for the treatment of...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Overview Do you have a passion for making a difference for small business in your community? Are you looking for a career with unlimited income potential? Is company culture important to you? Or...

Customer Service Representative, Full or Part Time

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Store 2708606: 1030 Oak St, Bakersfield, California 93304 Availability - Shift/Days Flexible Availability Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service...

WDO Sales Representative

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Responsibilities We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical WDO Sales Representative to inspect building structures (residential and commercial) and their surrounding environments for wood destroying...

Entry Level Solar Sales

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Everything we do at Sunrun is driven by a determination to transform the way we power our lives. We know that starts at the individual employee level. We strive to foster an environment you can...

Retail Sales Associate Golf

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Sales Associate

  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arvin, CA (22 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At the crossroads of fashion and sport, Lacoste creates and liberates movement. Both universal and timeless, the brand transcends cultures and generations, elevating the crocodile as a rallying...

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Recruitment

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

un Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Recruitment compensation: To be discussed. Responsibilities Greet customers and provide assistance in locating products, answering questions, and offering...

Sales Consultant

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Sales Consultant Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between $16.00 and $17.05. The position may also pay...

Educational Sales Representative

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

We're now hiring Educational Sales Representatives with backgrounds in Band & Orchestra and/or Music Education, as we continue to grow our School Services team nationwide....

PT Sales Associate

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 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...

SALES ASSOCIATE in MCFARLAND, CA S13243

  • Mc Farland, CA (19 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mc Farland, CA (19 miles from Bakersfield, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Maintenance Sales Associate

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

Mesa Energy Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group, Inc. EMCOR is the world’s leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning,...

Sales Representative - Product Support

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

Maintain good working relationships with shop, parts, sales, rental and all other company department personnel....

Delivery Driver/Sales Associate

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

The Nothing Bundt Cakes (NbC) Delivery Driver is responsible for providing our guests a genuine NbC experience by delivering orders accurately and on-time. This position will organize orders,...

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Bakersfield, CA 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 Bakersfield, CA
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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