Sales Representative Jobs in Covington, LA

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 Associate - Kirklands Home - Part Time

  • Covington, LA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 5 hours ago

Overview The primary responsibility of a Sales Associate is to provide an exceptional shopping experience to every customer utilizing Kirkland's customer service model while assisting with all...

Retail Sales Consultant

  • Covington, LA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 10 hours ago

Its time to take your sales career to the next level. Every day youll be at the center of it all. Your goal? Create meaningful connections with every customer, with your personalized sales...

Verizon Sales Consultant

  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 11 hours ago

Cellular Sales Cellular Sales is Growing! Average and High-End Sales Consultants earn $58000 - $92000 +/ year Are you determined to grow your job into a career, in a fast-paced thriving...

Direct Sales Associate - (Door-to-Door)

  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hammond, LA (19 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Love Your Mondays again! Join the Future of Connectivity with Metronet and Vexus! Are you ready to launch your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing fiber-optic powerhouses? Welcome to...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Retail Sales Associate, youll be the face of Best Buy for customers who visits our stores. Well train you with the skills and knowledge you need to confidently recommend the right tech...

Metro by T-Mobile Retail Sales Rep Bilingual

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

As a sales representative, you will be the most important position to promote and sell all Metro products in the store....

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Private Client Advisor - Mandeville, LA

  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

At J.P. Morgan Chase, we have an enthusiasm for helping our clients, taking care of our employees, building relationships, and delivering extraordinary customer service while maintaining a strong...

Sales Associate

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary Adhere to and practice the companys service standards with each customer. Meet both sales and work goals as directed by members of store management, while meeting the...

Sales Associate - Kirkland's Home - Part Time

  • Covington, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 3 days ago

Overview The primary responsibility of a Sales Associate is to provide an exceptional shopping experience to every customer utilizing Kirklands customer service model while assisting with all...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Sales Associate, you...

Retail Sales Associate - Part Time - 2790

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

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Sales Associate - 24H150

  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Slidell, LA (23 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 3 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Sales Associate, you...

Salesperson

  • Metairie, LA (24 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Metairie, LA (24 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 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...

Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mandeville, LA (8 miles from Covington, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Join our chic team, dedicated to a styling and social experience that inspires women to express their individuality. POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting...

Bilingual Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Covington, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 6 days ago

What We Offer: No cold calling involved Uncapped commission potential Lucrative bonus opportunities including performance-based bonuses and sales competitions Continuous on-going training and...

Demographic Data for Covington, LA

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Covington, LA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Covington, LA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.4%
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 Covington, LA
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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