Sales Representative Jobs in Columbus, OH

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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Eye Care Partners

Sales Associate- Training Provided!

EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

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Seasonal Sales Associate

  • Under Armour
  • Sunbury, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunbury, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Values & Innovation At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and...

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Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Ostrander, OH (15 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ostrander, OH (15 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 5 days ago

May provide support to stores in Columbus, OH and Delaware, OH as needed. IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the...

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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Firm
  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago
  • Delaware, OH (13 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 10 days ago

May provide support to stores in Columbus, OH and Delaware, OH as needed. IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through the...

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In Home Sales Consultant

  • Columbus Worthington Air
  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hilliard, OH (9 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 12 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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Diabetes Sales Associate - Columbus East

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Outside Sales Representative - In Home Sales

  • Columbus Worthington Air
  • Columbus, OH
  • 28 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 28 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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In Home Sales Rep

  • Columbus Worthington Air
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 60+ 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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Pediatric Inside Sales Representative - Columbus, OH

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 16 days ago

An assignment as an Inside Sales Representative is intended to be 12 to 24 months in duration and is designed to accelerate and promote high-performing internal sales representatives into the Abbott...

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Outside Sales Representative - Stairlift

  • LeafHome
  • Worthington, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Worthington, OH
  • 30+ 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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Sales Associate

  • Arbor Homes
  • Worthington, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Worthington, OH
  • 6 hours ago

About The Role: Arbor Homes is currently looking to hire a New Home Sales Associate for our communities in the Central Ohio market surrounding the Columbus area. The right candidate's primary...

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Sales Representative - Cardiac Rhythm Management - Columbus, OH

  • Medtronic
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 hours ago

CRM Sales representatives are regularly on call. Must have ability to work and/or travel outside of normal business hours....

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Territory Sales Representative - Non-Alc

  • MillerCoors LLC
  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 8 hours ago

Crafted Highlights: In the role of Territory Sales Representative, you will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships to increase market share and promote our portfolio within your territory...

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Medical Sales Representative - State and Local Government

  • Medline
  • Columbus, OH
  • 14 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 14 hours ago

representative position, the ability to drive a car, travel 80%, and interact with healthcare providers on site is required....

In Person Part Time

Demographic Data for Columbus, OH

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Columbus, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Columbus, OH 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 Columbus, OH
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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