Telemarketer Jobs in Reading, PA

A Telemarketer is responsible for soliciting sales for products or services over the phone. They generate interest, qualify prospects, and close sales by delivering prepared sales talks, reading from scripts that describe products or services. These professionals also obtain customer information, record customer details including reaction to the product or service presented, and enter and update customer information in the database. They are crucial in the sales industry as they often serve as the first touchpoint for potential customers, thus setting the tone for the customer's overall experience with the company.

An exceptional Telemarketer should have excellent communication and persuasion skills, a patient and persistent nature, and the ability to handle customer rejection gracefully. Some certifications that can aid in this position include the Certified Inside Sales Professional (CISP) and the Certified Professional in Inside Sales (CPISI). Prior to becoming a Telemarketer, an individual may have held roles such as a Sales Associate, Customer Service Representative, or Call Center Agent, which provide valuable customer interaction experience and the foundational sales skills necessary to excel in telemarketing.

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Telemarketer

  • PeopleShare by PROMAN
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Reading, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Are you a motivated, outgoing communicator who enjoys connecting with customers and building strong relationships? A leading manufacturer in the Reading area is seeking an enthusiastic Business...

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Inside Sales Professional

  • Rentokil Initial
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global...

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Salary for Telemarketer Jobs in Reading, PA

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Highest Education Level

Telemarketers in Reading, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.6%
High School or GED
26.2%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Master's Degree
9.2%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Telemarketers in Reading, PA
None
66.2%
1-2 years
18.5%
Less than 1 year
15.3%


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