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Outside Sales Rep
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What they do
An Outside Sales Representative represents and sells products or services on behalf of a company. Recruits new customers, presents information to demonstrate product value and persuade buyers, negotiates prices, confirms sales agreements, and works to meet company sales goals. Meets with customers directly, and travels to generate new sales and maintain contact with customers.
$98,461 / year median in New Jersey
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Under direct supervision, represents the company by providing sales and customer service; generating sales by gathering data on customer needs and design specifications. Acts as a company liaison between inside design staff, production staff and customer in developing sales proposals.
- Spends majority of daily activities away from employer's place of business making sales calls and obtaining orders or contracts for services and products.
- Develops knowledge of effective sales techniques, familiarity with industry and understanding of company products and services.
- Accompanies more experienced Outside Sales Reps or Sales Manager on customer calls to become familiar with effective sales and customer service techniques.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance