Sales Representative Jobs in Dayton, 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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Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

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 internal Job...

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Outside Sales Representative - Paid Weekly - Paid Training

  • Safe Haven Security
  • Pleasant Hill, OH (23 miles from Dayton, OH)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Pleasant Hill, OH (23 miles from Dayton, OH)
  • 14 hours ago

Safe Haven Security is currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join our outside sales team....

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Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

  • Syneos Health, Inc
  • Dayton, OH
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 17 hours ago

The successful Sales Representative will: Achieve &/or exceed targeted sales goals in an assigned territory by developing, implementing, & executing an integrated territory business plan encompassing...

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Sales Consultant, Exterior- Dayton, OH

  • Home Depot
  • Dayton, OH
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 17 hours ago

A Home Depot Installation Services (HDIS) Design Consultant is responsible for selling the Company's exterior and interior product and services to customers. The Design Consultant's primary...

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Retention Sales Development Representative

  • RELX
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Are you interested in supporting our customer to resolve their issues? Do you enjoy collaborating cross-functionally to deliver on common goals? Join us in shaping a more just world. About Us...

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Part Time Sales Associate

  • ACE Cash Express
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

ACE Cash Express is currently looking for energetic, personable, and sales-oriented individuals to join our team! Use your sales skills to earn more with ACE! Hourly pay plus bonus incentives...

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Zipfizz Sales Rep / Inside Costco / Some Sales Experience Needed

  • Zipfizz Corporation
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Join the Zipfizz Team as a Brand Promoter! Are you ready to take your energy and career to the next level? Zipfizz, the ultimate vitamin, energy, and hydration drink, is looking for enthusiastic...

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Parts Sales Representative

  • Rush Enterprises
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago

The Parts Sales Representative - Front Counter sells commercial vehicle and equipment parts to external customers via the counter or over the phone....

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Entry Level Sales

  • Home Genius Exteriors
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago

Unlock Your Sales Potential with Home Genius Exteriors! Ditch the cold calls and step into a full-time, high-opportunity W-2 sales role where 90% of the work is done for you before you ever meet...

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Sales Development Representative

  • RELX
  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago

Do you enjoy building solid internal and external relationships resulting in growth? Do you enjoy collaborating cross-functionally to deliver on common goals? The Sales Development Representative...

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Sales Representative

  • Strategic HR Client Job Openings
  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 3 days ago

Job Opportunity: Sales Representative with Altimate Outdoor in the Dayton or Columbus, OH Regions Want warm leads instead of cold calling? Ready to run appointments that are already set for you?...

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Territory Representative

  • Ecolab
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolabs team and help create a world in which we all thrive. About Food Retail Services (FRS) From locally owned businesses...

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Institutional & Specialty Sales Consultant - Stroke/Thrombosis Dayton, OH East

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

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Principal Vascular Sales Rep - Dayton/Columbus, OH

  • Medtronic Inc.
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 5 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Jun 2026 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

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Channel Sales Associate - CPA

  • Paychex
  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

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Demographic Data for Dayton, OH

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Dayton, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Dayton, 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 Dayton, 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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