Sales Representative Jobs in Berkeley, 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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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant - Berkeley

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime - from home to home, generation to...

Business Development Representative

  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Customer Development Representative UniFirst is seeking a motivated, self-driven individual for a Customer Development Representative position to increase sales within existing customer accounts...

Sales Representative

  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (20 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Position Purpose: The Sales Representative position offers an exciting chance to fuel our company's growth....

Customer Service Sales Associate

  • Oakland, CA (7 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (7 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 16 days ago

The Customer Service Sales Associate consults with customers on their car rental. Maximizing revenue opportunities by actively offering products and services and overcoming customer objections....

Product Support Sales Representative

  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 15 days ago

PAPE KENWORTH SAN LEANDRO, CA PRODUCT SUPPORT SALES REPRESENTATIVE: Are you a people person? Do you love building long-lasting relationships? Are you driven to win?...

Call Center Parts Sales

  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (12 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 2 days ago

PAPE KENWORTH- SAN LEANDRO, CA CALL CENTER PARTS SALES: Are you a people person? Do you love working in a positive, high-energy environment? Do you love providing a great experience for customers?...

Customer Success JOB Training Program

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Year Up United is a one-year or less, intensive job training program that provides young adults with in-classroom skill development, access to internships and/or job placement services, and...

Customer Service Representative

  • Colma, CA (15 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Colma, CA (15 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

For over 75 years, Ashley Furniture has been the largest home furnishings manufacturer, transforming homes worldwide. With our customer base continuously growing, we are expanding our reach by...

P&C Insurance Sales Agent

  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Rafael, CA (14 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Why Work For Us? Great Pay - opportunity to participate in AAA discretionary annual incentive plan or other incentive plans depending upon position 401k Matching $1 for $1 company match up to 6%...

Sales Associate

  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA (6 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Full-Time Field Sales Representative

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Full-Time Field Sales Representative $26.70/hourly + mileage reimbursement + phone stipend + sales commission Full-Time Schedule: 5 days/week Hours: 12:05pm to 8:00pm About the Role: As a Field Sales...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Pleasant Hill, CA (11 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA (11 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

A Retail Sales Associate (part-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters and take pride in what you do!...

Rental Sales Agent - PT

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

$20.96/hour Unlimited Commission Shift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! We are now seeking passionate, energetic and motivated people, like you, to join our growing Avis Budget Group...

Market Development Representative- S. San Francisco

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Sazerac Company Overview Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the...

Retail Sales Associate POP UP Store Walnut Creek

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Berkeley, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

VICI is the ultimate shopping destination for the modern fashionista. Our assortment covers womens apparel, accessories, footwear, and handbags. We offer an on-trend assortment with capsule-like...

Demographic Data for Berkeley, CA

Moving to Berkeley, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Berkeley, CA below.


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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Berkeley, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Berkeley, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.4%
High School or GED
19.2%
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 Berkeley, 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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