Sales Representative Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant-Raleigh

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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Sleep Expert- Sales (Bilingual)

  • Mattress Firm
  • Middlesex, NC (24 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middlesex, NC (24 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Spanish Preferred IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the Mattress Firm Workday system. To view the list of current...

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In Home Sales Rep / HVAC Sales

  • ARS-Rescue Rooter
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 days ago

We are hiring motivated In-Home Sales Representatives (Comfort Advisors) to help homeowners replace and upgrade their heating and air conditioning systems....

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Outside Sales Representative - Stairlift

  • LeafHome
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 27 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 27 days ago

Leaf Home Stairlift, a division of Leaf Home LLC is looking to grow our teamof Outside Sales Representatives TODAY! Why Work with Leaf Home Stairlift?...

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Counter Sales Representative - Waterworks

  • Ferguson
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Morrisville, NC (11 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

Ferguson is seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Counter Sales Representative....

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Sales and Service Technician

  • Bridgestone Americas
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 10 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,...

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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Warehouse
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

Mattress Warehouse is growing! About us: At Mattress Warehouse, we empower our associates to shape their careers and make a meaningful impact every day. As one of the largest and fastest-growing...

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Senior Inside Sales Representative

  • Southwire
  • Youngsville, NC (18 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Youngsville, NC (18 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North Americas largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility...

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Service Sales Representative - First Aid and Safety

  • Cintas
  • Garner, NC (9 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Garner, NC (9 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 12 hours ago

Requisition Number: 227581 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Service Sales Representative - First Aid and Safety to sell and service customers in a manner which exceeds their expectations....

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Route Sales Representative - Beverage Distribution/Small Format

  • Coastal Beverage Company Inc
  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Clayton, NC (14 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

66% of workday) Employees must regularly/constantly walk/stand, lift/carry up to 46 pounds, lift one-handed, and reach knee to shoulder. Frequently (34-66% of workday) Employees must frequently...

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Majors Sales Assistant

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (21 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Sales Consultant - Boat & ATV (Part Time)

  • Bass Pro Shops
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Boat & ATV Sales Consultant performs various Selling / Customer Service activities to assist Boat and ATV Customers in making informed buying decisions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:...

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Senior Sales Trainer

  • Wolters Kluwer
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (8 miles from Raleigh, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Mentor and coach junior trainers and sales representatives. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of sales trends and best practices....

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Triangle Fastener Corporation
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

Triangle Fastener Corporation is seeking a proactive Outside Sales Representative to join our team in the Raleigh, NC area....

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Demographic Data for Raleigh, NC

Moving to Raleigh, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Raleigh, NC below.


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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Raleigh, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC
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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