Sales Representative Jobs in California

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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HOLLY HUNT

Sales Assistant

Why join us? For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service...

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Nestlé USA

Corporate Chef - Field Sales (REMOTE)

The Nestlé Professional Solutions at Nestlé USA leverages its position as the world's largest food and beverage company to bring brands that you enjoy in your home, to other areas of your life...

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Liberty Mutual is hiring Bilingual Commercial Inside Sales Representatives in your area! No insurance experience needed!...

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Liberty Mutual is hiring Commercial Inside Sales Representatives in your area!...

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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...

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Comparion Insurance Agency

Insurance Sales Associate

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $84000.00 Job Category: Sales - Comparion Description We are looking for an Insurance Sales Associate to join our team in our Elk Grove, CA...

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Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representative

  • Inizio Engage
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 7 days ago

The main objective of the Field Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives position is to increase awareness of high/at-risk patient type for COVID-19....

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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Firm
  • Salinas, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 7 days ago

Bilingual Preferred - Spanish IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the Mattress Firm Workday system. To view the list...

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Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Dublin, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Dublin, CA
  • 8 days ago

Bilingual Preferred - Spanish IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the Mattress Firm Workday system. To view the list...

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Senior Field Sales Representative ( Next Gear)

  • Cox Automotive
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 days ago

NextGear, a Cox Automotive Brand, is currently hiring a Field Sales Representative/Senior Client Solutions Executive to join our team in Northern California ( Excluding San Francisco & San Jose)....

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Market Development Representative (CPG / Alcohol Industry)

  • Sazerac Company
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days 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...

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Market Development Representative - Alcohol / Beverage

  • Sazerac Company
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days 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...

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Market Development Representative

  • Sazerac Company
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 30+ days 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...

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Fire Suppression Service Technician 3

  • Johnson Controls
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

Route Service & Sales Rep II Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of...

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Demographic Data for California

Moving to California? Find some basic demographic data about California below.


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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dynamics 365: Customer Engagement for Sales
During this three-week course, youll understand the importance of customer relationship management and how this can help create customer loyalty and improve retention. Youll learn how to build a...
Sales and Advertising Ethics in the Fashion Industry
Advertising is essential in the fashion industry but there are many ethical issues to navigate in order to successfully, and legally, promote and sell fashion products. On this two-week course,...
Entrepreneurial Sales
This course outlines the practical and tactical ins and outs of how to sell technical products to a sophisticated marketplace. How to build and manage a sales force; building compensation systems...

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in California 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 California
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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