Sales Representative Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Firm
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days 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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Sleep Expert- Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days 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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Store Sales Consultant

  • ARS-Rescue Rooter
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Company Name: ARS-Rescue Rooter Overview: Pay: $22.00 per hour + commission Earning potential: $22 $30/hour on average with commission Schedule: Discussed during interview, candidates must have...

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Sales Representative - Uniform

  • Cintas
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 9 hours ago

That is why we are seeking a goal-oriented, motivated, and energetic Sales Representative to join our growing Outside Sales team....

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Sales Representative - Waynesboro VA

  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 2 days ago

The Sales Representative continuously sources new customers, helps customers find and design their dream home, and ensures a smooth sales process....

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Bilingual Sales Representative, Residential Repaint (Spanish)

  • Sherwin Williams
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 2 days ago

Sales Representatives initiate and manage relationships with customers and serve as the point of contact for the Company....

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PT Produce Sales Associate

  • Food Lion
  • Elkton, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkton, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 246445 Address: USA-VA-Elkton-14811 Spotswood Trail Store Code: Store 00596 Produce/Perishable (7212772) Food Lion has been providing...

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Sales Associate - Fashion Consultant

  • Uptown Cheapskate
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Responsive recruiter Benefits: Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Paid time off FULL-TIME or PART-TIME Our Company & Culture: Do you love learning, fashion, getting a...

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Sales Representative - Home Health

  • James River Home Health and Hospice
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Account Executive - Home Health James River Home Health and Hospice is seeking a motivated Healthcare Sales Representative / Account Executive to join our growing, locally owned team in the Prince William...

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Market Sales Rep II

  • Dawn Food Products
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

What Does It Take to be a Market Sales Representative II at Dawn Foods? Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job....

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Sales Consultant

  • Sysco
  • Grottoes, VA (17 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grottoes, VA (17 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Company: US0007 Sysco Virginia, LLC Sales Territory: US-MD-Cumberland Zip Code: 22801 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

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Outside Sales Representative - Eastern Virginia

  • Rugby Architectural Building
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 4 days ago

Sales; territory sales; industrial sales; business to business; B2B sales; business development; hardwood; lumber sales; territory management; territory sales representative; outside sales representative...

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Sales Representative

  • Sysco
  • Grottoes, VA (17 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grottoes, VA (17 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Company: US0007 Sysco Virginia, LLC Sales Territory: US-VA-Fredericksburg Zip Code: 22801 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos...

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Membership Sales Representative

  • National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waynesboro, VA (18 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 5 days ago

As an NFIB Membership Sales Representative, you’ll be the human connection that invites them into a national movement advocating on their behalf....

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Institutional & Specialty Sales Consultant - Stroke/Thrombosis - Charlottesville, VA

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 6 days ago

You, as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative, will have a rare opportunity to shape access, accelerate clinical adoption, and play a pivotal role in a high-profile neurology launch-delivering innovation...

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Demographic Data for Charlottesville, VA

Moving to Charlottesville, VA? Find some basic demographic data about Charlottesville, VA below.


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Sales Representative Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sales Representative Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Representatives in Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA
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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