Sales Representative Jobs in Peoria, IL

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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Sales Representative II, Spine - Peoria, IL

  • Medtronic
  • Peoria, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Representative II, Spine is responsible for making field sales calls, soliciting orders, selling assigned Medtronic Spinal and Biologics products and representing the company in accordance with its...

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Majors Sales Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • East Peoria, IL (3 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 21 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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Outside Sales Representative

  • Gordon Food Service
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 1 day ago

This includes engaging you in various training offerings, including e-learning, classroom sessions, video roleplays, job shadowing, and peer sales representative mentorship....

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Senior Product Consultant

  • Caterpillar
  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 2 days ago

Career Area: Sales Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about...

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Route Sales Representative

  • Schwan's Company
  • Peoria, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 4 days ago

Immediately Hiring If you are interested in building your career in a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron®, Tony's®, and Freschetta® pizza; Mrs. Smith's® and Edwards®...

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Sales and Service Technician

  • Bridgestone Americas
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pekin, IL (10 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 5 days 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,...

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Product Consultant

  • Caterpillar
  • Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 5 days ago

Career Area: Sales Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about...

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Territory Sales Representative

  • Thrasher Group
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago

The Role As a Territory Sales Representative, you will: Meet with pre-qualified homeowners, (no cold-calling). Each of our homeowners asked for your expertise, (no wasted time)....

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Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Spencer Gifts, LLC
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago

Hourly rate ranges from $15.00 - $15.25 per hour and is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Illinois Paid Leave/Sick Time, Contest Prize Awards, 401K Plan with Company...

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Retail Sales Representative

  • TCC
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago

TCC, Verizon Authorized Retailer - Retail Sales Representative At TCC, Verizon Authorized Retailer, we believe our communities need more than just a wireless retailer, and our employees want more than...

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Sales Associate

  • Ace Hardware
  • Germantown Hills, IL (12 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Germantown Hills, IL (12 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Ace Hardware - Immediate Sales Associate Position Are you a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced and fun-loving environment? Do you enjoy helping customers and being part of a...

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Outside Sales Representative - No Cold Calling

  • Feldco
  • Peoria, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 11 days ago

Job Description We are looking for Outside Sales Representatives to join our successful, highly-motivated team at Feldco, the #1 Window, Siding and Door Company in the USA (recognized by Window and...

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Area/Territory Sales Lead - W3460

  • OSL Retail
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago

Overview OSL Retail Services is a dynamic, people-driven organization, providing outsourced sales services for North America's Fortune 500 giants. We're all about fostering a culture of passion,...

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Aftermarket Sales Rep - Midwest

  • Caterpillar
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 12 days ago

Drive adoption of sales funnel management with dealer leadership and sales representatives to improve sales performance and achieve sales targets....

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Field Sales Agronomist (Southeast IL)

  • Corteva Agriscience
  • Deer Creek, IL (15 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Deer Creek, IL (15 miles from Peoria, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Who are we, and what do we do? At Pioneer, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is building the future of agriculture - leading breakthroughs in...

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Demographic Data for Peoria, IL

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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sales and Advertising Ethics in the Fashion Industry
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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 Peoria, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Peoria, IL 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 Peoria, IL
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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