Sales Representative Jobs in Salem, OR

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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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...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Salem, OR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 8 hours ago

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

Sales Representative

  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 10 days ago

Line of Business: AggregatesPay Range: $75,300.00 $100,426.66 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America...

Small Employer Sales Representative

  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago

Provides expert understanding and ability in assisting brokers, potential members and existing members in the sale of Individual Plans and Products. Works with Enrollment and Billing Departments...

Remote Work

Sr. Consultant, Sales and Business Development

  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 12 hours ago

Technological innovations are pushing the boundaries of home-based healthcare. A new business within Cardinal Health- Velocare- is playing a leading role in this evolution by building critical...

Animal Health Sales Associate- Full Time

  • Salem, OR
  • 16 hours ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 16 hours ago

Enjoy the country lifestyle and looking for a workplace that shares the same values and interests you do? Join the Coastal family of associates that serve the Pacific Northwest that we all know...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Sales Development Representative

  • Salem, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 1 day ago

Sales Development Representative Location: Remote, United States, United States **Description** Dodge Construction Network (Dodge)is looking for a Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join...

Remote Work

Customer Service Representative - 6AM-2AP/2PM-10PM

  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Store 2709640: 33125 Highway 34Se, Albany, Oregon 97322 Availability - Shift/Days Part time Day Shift - Evenings Shift Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer...

Customer Service Representative

  • Silverton, OR (17 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Silverton, OR (17 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago

Store 2709637: 737 Mcclaine Street, Silverton, Oregon 97381 Availability - Shift/Days Part time Overnight Shift Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Customer Service...

Retail Associate

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE POSITION With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual...

Sales Associate

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Please click here to review our Applicant Privacy Policy. LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE Tommy Bahama is more than just an island inspired brand, its a lifestyle! Live the Island Life as an ambassador of...

Sales Associate - 24H150

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Sales Assistant

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago

About the Role As a Sales Associate at Claire's, you will be responsible for: Supporting your Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the achievement of retail store targets by driving...

FT Sales Associate-2

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 2 days ago

We are an American luxury lifestyle brand, founded in 2004. Anchored in the casual elegance of American sportswear, Tory's design philosophy is defined by effortless silhouettes, innovative...

Demographic Data for Salem, OR

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Salem, OR

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Salem, OR 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 Salem, OR
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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