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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AG Floors

In - Home Flooring Sales Consultant

  • AG Floors
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • AG Floors
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Join the AG Floors Team! Position: In - Home Flooring Sales Consultant Location: Washington, DC Metro Area About Us: At AG Floors, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional flooring solutions...

Territory Sales Representative Healthcare

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago

Staples is business to business. Youre what binds us together. Hunts within defined territory to prospect and win net new small to medium business customers. B2Bs are also responsible to ramp and...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description TruGreen Neighborhood Lawn Territory Sales Representative Every TruGreen associate is committed to quality. We all have an important role to play in the success of our company....

Sales Associate-254 Towson, MD 21204

  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Towson, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Retail Sales Associate - Part-Time

  • Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Laurel, MD (7 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retail stores in the nation, join the Burlington Stores, Inc. as a Retail Sales Associate! Are you an outgoing, upbeat, people-person...

Sales Representative

  • Jessup, MD (6 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jessup, MD (6 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Name: Sales Representative General information Location: Jessup, MD Date: 28-Apr-2025 Company: Renewal by Andersen Posting City: Jessup, MD Ref #: 7943 Job Category: Sales (RbA) Posting City: Jessup...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Join One of the Fastest Growing Roofing Companies in the U.S. - MLM Home Improvement MLM Home Improvement is a leading name in the Mid-Atlantic construction industry, proudly serving homeowners...

Outlet Sales Associate

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Retail Outlet Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities At Bob's Discount Furniture, we love what we do, we have fun and it shows in our expansive growth! Using a low...

H&M Sales Advisor - Full time

  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Company DescriptionJob Description About the Role As a Sales Advisor, you'll be responsible for providing excellent customer service, welcoming & guiding customers through your store to actively...

Bilingual Spanish Retail Sales Consultant - SILVER SPRING, MD (SILVER SPRING)

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 hours ago

Job Description: Do you speak Spanish and English? If you do, we're looking for you! Our Retail Careers come with awesome perks and may include additional starting pay if you are bilingual. It's...

Outside Sales Representative

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

What You Bring: 5+ years of experience in instrumentation, controls, electrical, mechanical, or industrial sales....

Retail Sales Associate

  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

Retail Sales Associate for US Patriot Part Time Retail Sales Associate - On Base at Fort Meade, Maryland Starting Rate: $17.75/hour Flexibility to work days, nights, or weekends Come and join a...

Lead Retail Sales Associate

  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fort Meade, MD (10 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

Lead Retail Sales Associate for US Patriot Full Time Lead Retail Sales Associate - On Base at Fort Meade, Maryland Starting Rate: $18.75/hour Come and join a FUN sales team with US Patriot! Great...

PT Sales Associate - Eddie Bauer #4193 Annapolis Mall

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Our Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission. As a Sales Associate, your number one job is to share your love of fashion and do whatever it takes to create an amazing...

PT Sales Associate - Eddie Bauer #4272 Arundel Mills

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview Our Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission. As a Sales Associate, your number one job is to share your love of fashion and do whatever it takes to create an amazing...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

Moving to Columbia, MD? Find some basic demographic data about Columbia, MD below.


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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
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 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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