Sales Representative Jobs in Mississippi

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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LGG Industrial

Customer Sales and Service Rep

Partners with Sales Representatives to provide sales quotes Processes incoming inquiries into company sales system Quotes customers using working knowledge of product Successfully achieves budgeted...

Sales and Service Technician

  • Madison, MS
  • 7 hours ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 7 hours 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,...

SALES ASSOCIATE LEAD-FT - 21 and older only

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Company: Dollar General Location: Olive Branch, MS Career Level: Associate Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel Description Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving...

Counter Sales Person

  • Pontotoc, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pontotoc, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Positions for a front counter sales person, full time. Prefer good people skills, basic computer knowledge, cash handling experience, excellent written and verbal skills. Will stand for long...

Ad Sales Rep

  • Oxford, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 12 hours ago

The Senior Account Executive is responsible for business development by selling Buckeye Broadband Business products and services, by generating new business leads and achieving or exceeding a...

Outside Sales Representative - 69391

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 12 hours ago

This is a Job Description for an Outside Sales Representative -- Medical Equipment in Cleveland, Mississippi.Summary: We are currently seeking an **Outside Sales Representative **to join our growing...

Sales Associate

  • Poplarville, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Poplarville, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Company: Dollar General Location: Poplarville, MS Career Level: Associate Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel Description Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving...

Funeral Sales Representative

  • Greenville, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Position at Redmon Funeral Home Quality leads you can trust so you can earn what you want. You're an ambitious professional who always strives to hit your goals. But, without qualified leads and...

About the Role As a Brand Associate, you're an integral part of our team and bring our brand to life for our customers. You're responsible for engaging and connecting with our customers by...

SALES ASSOCIATE LEAD-PT - 21 and older only

  • Poplarville, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Poplarville, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Company: Dollar General Location: Poplarville, MS Career Level: Associate Industries: Retail, Wholesale, Apparel Description Work Where You Matter: At Dollar General, our mission is Serving...

Professional Sales Representative - Jackson, MS

  • Jackson, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 12 hours ago

Job Summary The Professional Sales Representative implements tactics as defined by the Marketing and Sales plans....

Healthcare Product Consultant - Remote

  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 hours ago

About Us:** Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique...

Remote Work

Celebrating more than 60 years of rich history and recognition for service and excellence in the Financial Services industry, Raymond James is seeking a dynamic Registered Client Service Associate...

Remote Work

Customer Service Representative (Sr. Loan Consultant)

  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Olive Branch, MS
  • 13 hours ago

At Lendmark Financial Services, we believe the success of our company is specifically attributable to the quality of our employees and their commitment to our customers. We value each customer and...

HME Sales Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 15 hours ago

Description Position Summary: The Sales Representative is responsible for: Building relationships with referral sources to generate steady referrals that meet sales growth goals and expectations; ensuring...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Mississippi offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
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 Mississippi
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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