Sales Representative Jobs in Milford, CT

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sales Representative, Inbound Remote

We're seeking motivated, people-focused individuals to join our Inside Sales Representative team....

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Electronic Fire Systems Sales Representative

  • Johnson Controls
  • Shelton, CT (8 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (8 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 21 days ago

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 buildings to serve people,...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Naugatuck, CT (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Naugatuck, CT (19 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender...

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Sales Representative (Inside)

  • Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals
  • North Haven, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • North Haven, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago

Our sales representatives (inside) are professionals who service established accounts and prospect leads to increase our customer base....

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Majors Sales Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Waterbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Seasonal Sales Associate (Part Time)

  • Primark
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

Because your opportunities are endless Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. We help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high...

In Person Part Time

Inside Sales Representative

  • QXO
  • Wallingford, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wallingford, CT (21 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and related products, and the second largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building...

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Sales Associate (Full Time)

  • Primark
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Because your opportunities are endless Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. We help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high...

In Person Full Time

Upper Extremities Sales Associate - New Haven, CT

  • Stryker
  • New Haven, CT (9 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (9 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Partner with the Sales Representative and organization to meet and exceed business targets (quotas). Serve as the primary backup contact for Sales Representative(s)....

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Sales Representative, Upper Extremities - New Haven, CT

  • Stryker
  • New Haven, CT (9 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (9 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Work Flexibility: Field-based What you will do As a n Upper Extremities Sales Rep, you work with a high degree of intensity and commitment to sell Stryker Upper Extremities products that meet our...

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Residential Sales Rep

  • Waltham Pest Services
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Overview High-Commission Role for Driven Sales Pros Forget all the boring sales jobs you’ve ever had. With Waltham, you’ll be empowered to work autonomously, solve real problems and be a true...

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Sales Associate

  • Pacific Sunwear
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Join the Pacsun Community Pacsun is dedicated to delivering an exclusive collection of the most relevant brands and styles to a community of inspired youth. Through partnerships with brands such...

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Business Development Representative

  • Empire Today
  • North Haven, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (15 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

About the Role Empire Today for Business (E4B) is hiring an Account Executive who's ready to earn up to and beyond $200,000+ and have fun doing it. Our top Business Development Representatives are...

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Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Chico's FAS, Inc.
  • Milford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 3 days ago

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in promoting a customer and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the...

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Replenishment Sales Associate (Part Time)

  • Primark
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (24 miles from Milford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Sales Associate Because your opportunities are endless Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. We help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with...

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Milford, CT

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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Milford, CT

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Milford, CT 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 Milford, CT
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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