Sales Representative Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Part Time Meta Lab Retail Experience Expert

At A Glance We’re growing! Join our Meta Store Retail team at Tysons Corner Center as we bring Smart Wearables and Meta Quest mixed reality experiences to life. As a part-time Meta Experience...

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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant-DC Washington DC M Street

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Sales Representative, Inbound Remote

We're seeking motivated, people-focused individuals to join our Inside Sales Representative team....

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Protocall Communications

Inside Sales Representative (Hybrid)

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities: · Proactively reach out to prospective customers within the designated market area through phone calls and other communication channels. · Build and maintain...

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Nestlé Health Science

GI Specialty Sales Representative (Pharma)

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 (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 18 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 (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Business Development Representative / Conference Travel

  • Blu Shark Digital
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

About BluShark Digital: BluShark Digital is a digital marketing agency focused on helping law firms and professional service businesses grow through search engine optimization, digital strategy,...

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Sales Associate - Baltimore, MD - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Orthopaedics

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

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Sales Associate

  • EssilorLuxottica
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Requisition ID: 924307 Store #: 004709 Sunglass Hut Position:Seasonal/Temporary Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Sunglass Hut, we're always in the sun. You'll find a dynamic space...

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Returning Sales Associate - Spirit

  • Spirit Halloween
  • Bowie, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bowie, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Hourly rate ranges from $15.00 - $15.25 per hour and is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Benefits include: Maryland Paid Sick Time, Set-Up and Tear Down Premium Pay Programs, End of...

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Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Chico's FAS, Inc.
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in promoting a customer and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the...

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Business Development Representative, AFLCMC

  • Noble
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Who We Are: The Program Level Business Development Lead, Air Force Life Cycle Management Center a critical position responsible for driving revenue growth and market penetration within the...

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Business Development Representative Space Force/SSC

  • Noble
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Who We Are: NOBLE supports the Nation's readiness with a team strategically located worldwide, 150+ contract vehicles, and millions of products. NOBLE offers best-in-class products, solutions,...

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B2B Sales Consultant HC ( MD/DC/WV)

  • Staples
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Hunts within defined territory to prospect and win net new small to medium business customers. B2Bs are also responsible to ramp and onboard net new won accounts to further expanding our customer...

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Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dynamics 365: Customer Engagement for Sales
During this three-week course, youll understand the importance of customer relationship management and how this can help create customer loyalty and improve retention. Youll learn how to build a...
Sales and Advertising Ethics in the Fashion Industry
Advertising is essential in the fashion industry but there are many ethical issues to navigate in order to successfully, and legally, promote and sell fashion products. On this two-week course,...
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 Columbia, MD

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
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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