Sales Representative Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Are you a motivated, business-minded person looking for the right opportunity to scale up? We are a local tech company, with over 30 years of experience providing services in the DC, Maryland, and...

Bleeding Management Hospital Specialty Sales Representative - Washington DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Coordinate with other Therapeutic Sales Representatives to understand the entire book of business (product portfolio)....

Retail Sales Associate, Bridgewater Commons - Part Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago

Id : REQ_579755, Title : Retail Sales Associate, Bridgewater Commons - Part Time, Category : Stores, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...741, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Sales Rep B U2

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago

As a U2 Sales Representative, you will cultivate and grow account relationships located in Washington D.C. to maximize the sales of supplier brands through effective planning, selling execution and...

Retail Fragrances Sales Associate, Summerlin - Full Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago

Id : REQ_583523, Title : Retail Fragrances Sales Associate, Summerlin - Full Time, Category : Stores, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...976, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Sales and Service Technician

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago

Company Overview Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores,...

Outside Sales Representative (Valve & Hydrant Services)

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago

. + Assist in the field training of any sales representative as requested. + Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities High Impact Behaviors: + Continuous Professional Development: Professionals...

Intern - Internal Sales Representative

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago

Job Summary: As an Internal Sales Representative Intern, you will support our sales team in generating interest, building relationships, and identifying potential clients for our MPI clean-up services...

VirtuAssist is Hiring Remote Sales Reps No Cold Walking, We Set the Appointments! Tired of knocking on doors or chasing cold leads? Weve got you covered. VirtuAssist is a fast-growing virtual...

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Showroom Customer Service Representative

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to...

Business Development Representative - US Federal

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Overview This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DataDirect Networks (DDN)...

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Sales Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

Celebrating more than 60 years of rich history and recognition for service and excellence in the Financial Services industry, Raymond James is seeking a dynamic Registered Client Service Associate...

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Sales Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Salesperson

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days 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...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in District of Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in District of Columbia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
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 District of Columbia
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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