Sales Representative Jobs in Decatur, AL

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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Fire Service Sales Representative

  • Johnson Controls
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Representative position responsible for selling Electronic Services (Moves, Adds and changes) to assigned customer base (geography or account)....

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Sales Consultant Part-Time

  • Victra
  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 hours ago

Sales Consultant Why Victra? Victra is Verizon's largest premium retailer in the United States. We are seeking Sales Consultants who deliver world-class service to Every Guest. Every Time.From...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago

What is a Salesperson? Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems, basic...

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Hospice Sales Consultant

  • Enhabit Inc.
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Looking for a career that makes a difference every day? Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nation's largest home-based care providers. Consistently...

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Erie Home - Outside Sales Representative

  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Close More Deals | Earn More Money | $125,000 - $250,000 Annually Are you looking for a proven sales process, career growth, and unlimited earning potential? At Erie Home, a leading...

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ProSolutions Sales Representative

  • Herc Rentals
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Purpose ProSolutions Sales Representatives drive revenue within their designated territory by developing business relationships and providing customer focused solutions to our customers toughest...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • UniFirst
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Representative to drive new business growth in an assigned territory....

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Entry Level Sales Representative

  • UniFirst
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Representative to drive new business growth in an assigned territory....

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Hospice Sales Rep

  • Enhabit Home Health and Hospice
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Looking for a career that makes a difference every day? Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nations largest home-based care providers. Consistently...

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Route Sales Representative

  • UnitedStates
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Apply now Title: Route Sales Representative Requisition #: 654560 Location: Madison, AL, US, 35758 Career Area: Transportation Description: Job Description The Route Sales Representative builds business...

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Sales Agent

  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago

Sales, Outside Sales, B2B, Residuals, Sales Representatives...

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NSD Sales Assistant

  • Nucor
  • Trinity, AL (7 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Trinity, AL (7 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Job Details Division: Nucor Steel Decatur LLC Location: Trinity, AL, United States Other Available Locations: N/A Date Posted: 5/26/2026 Deadline: 6/9/2026 Welcome to Nucor, where our unique...

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Remote Inbound Sales Representative

  • MCI Military Recruitment
  • Redstone Arsenal, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Redstone Arsenal, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 9 days ago

We are looking for Inbound Sales Representatives to support a variety of projects while representing some of the most recognizable brands in the world....

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On Premise Sales Representative

  • Gulf Distributing Company
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days ago

On Premise Sales Representative Department: On Premise Salesmen Location: Madison, AL START YOUR APPLICATION On Premise Sales Representative Reports To: On Premise Area Sales Manager FLSA: Exempt Description...

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ProSolutions Sales Representative

  • Herc Holdings, Inc. (HercRentals)
  • Triana, AL (16 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Triana, AL (16 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Apply now Job Title: ProSolutions Sales Representative Madison, AL, USA, 35758 Posting Start Date: 4/27/26 If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee...

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Demographic Data for Decatur, AL

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Decatur, AL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Decatur, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
High School or GED
19.0%
Master's Degree
11.8%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some High School
1.8%
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 Decatur, AL
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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