Sales Representative Jobs in Shreveport, 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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Territory Sales Representative

  • Curana Health
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 hours ago

As a Territory Sales Representative, youll work directly with Medicare beneficiaries, helping them understand their healthcare options and enroll in Curana Healths Medicare Special Needs Plans (ISNP...

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Sales Development Representative II

  • FedEx
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 17 hours 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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Metro by T-Mobile Retail Sales Rep

  • Connectivity Source
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

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

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Wireless Retail Sales Rep

  • Connectivity Source
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

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

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Sales Representative

  • Great Day Improvements: A Family of Brands
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

Overview FULL COMMISSION SALES with COMPANY PROVIDED LEADS.... NO COLD CALLING Great Day Improvements (GDI) has been a leader in the home improvement industry since 1966. Due to continued demand...

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Customer Care and Sales Advisor - I

  • Cable One
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: At Sparklight, a Cable One brand, we believe in a neighborly approachconnecting people to what matters most. Are you ready to play a key role in this mission? As Customer Care and...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Sunbelt Rentals
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Representative....

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Erie Home - Outside Sales Representative

  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now Close More Deals | Earn More Money | $125,000 - $250,000 Annually Are you looking for a proven sales process, career growth, and unlimited earning potential? At Erie Home, a leading...

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Sales Representative

  • Core-Mark
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 days ago

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm Position Purpose: The Sales Representative position offers an exciting chance to fuel our company's growth....

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Seasonal Sales Associate - Shoppes at Bellemead, Shreveport, LA

  • James Avery Jewelry
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 days ago

The main duties of this position are to greet and assist the guests in their selection and purchase of merchandise. Take the opportunity to make a difference, make a connection, and help fund your...

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Entry Level Sales Executive - Shreveport/Monroe, LA

  • Genesis Global Group
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (MDL), a member of Genesis Global Group, is a CLIA certified clinical laboratory with multiple state licensing, specializing in state of the art,...

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Retail Sales Consultant

  • AT&T
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days 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...

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Pharmacy Sales Associate

  • Wal-Mart
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA (5 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Pharmacy associates focus on the needs of our customers as they entrust us with their prescriptions and health needs. They are responsible for providing customer service in our store pharmacies....

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Direct Sales Representative

  • Sparklight
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 6 days ago

As a Direct Sales Representative, you will be responsible for securing new recurring revenue from residential prospects and securing new incremental revenue from existing customers by pro-actively communicating...

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Field Sales Representative

  • AT&T
  • Haughton, LA (13 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Haughton, LA (13 miles from Shreveport, LA)
  • 6 days ago

Representative, Residential Sales Representative, Territory Sales Representative or Field Sales Executive - Home Solutions, this career move would be a great fit!...

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Demographic Data for Shreveport, LA

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Shreveport, LA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Shreveport, LA 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 Shreveport, 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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