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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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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Job Summary: The GI Specialty Sales Representative (Pharma) will be responsible for the sales performance of the full portfolio within an assigned geographic territory through successful execution of...

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Sales Representative - Alarm Systems

  • Securitas Technology
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

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Entry Level Sales Representative

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

About the Opportunity Were hiring Entry Level Sales Representatives to help grow our presence in the area....

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Sales Representative- Construction

  • ADP
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 hours ago

Description ADP is hiring a Sales Representative, Major Accounts. Thanks for clicking! Let us tell you some more... Are you restless, revved up and ready to get things done?...

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Sales Development Representative

  • Red River
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago

This position will be on the front line for generating interest in Red Rivers service offerings. Sales Development Representatives make cold calls to prospects to identify decision-makers, qualify...

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Field Sales Representative, Retail, Google Cloud, East Coast

  • Google
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago

As a Field Sales Representative (FSR) supporting Strategic Accounts, you will be leading the growth strategy for our most strategic customers and partners....

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Sales Associate Relationship Manager - BFS

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

Associate Relationship Manager Cognizant Technology Solutions (NASDAQ: CTSH) is one of the worlds leading professional services companies, redefining customers business, operating, and technology...

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Senior Technical Sales Representative-Hospitality (West Coast)

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

The Sr Sales Representative will be focusing on Honeywell's hospitality brand, INNCOM and Onity....

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Field Sales Development Representative - Companion Animal

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

Job Description For over 130 years, we have pioneered groundbreaking science. Today, we are driven by continuous innovation to develop breakthrough medicines, vaccines and technology. Rooted in...

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Sales advisor marketing professionals

  • DC
  • 1 day ago
  • DC
  • 1 day ago

Premium painters is looking for two sharp experienced well organized and goal setting sales advisors for our new location to open in the Loudon Fairfax markets complete training provided...

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HCM Sales Consultant

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

Why UKG : At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end...

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Sales Development Representative II

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

Job Description Summary: As a member of a sales team, the sales development rep is responsible for prospecting net new business, within a defined geographic territory in the small and medium...

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Sales Consultant

  • The Good Feet Store
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Sales Consultant FULL TIME FORT LINCOLN Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Company Description Easy...

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Business Development Representative (BDR) SMB (English Speaking)

  • Jobgether
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Business Development Representative (BDR) SMB (English Speaking) This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Business Development...

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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
47.5%
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 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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