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Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

SOC 41-4012.00

Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
4
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Persuasion
3.9
Social Perceptiveness
3.8
Critical Thinking
3.6
Negotiation
3.6
Reading Comprehension
3.4
Service Orientation
3.2

Knowledge Areas 8

Sales and Marketing
4.6
Customer and Personal Service
4.2
English Language
3.5
Administration and Management
3.3
Clerical
2.9
Production and Processing
2.7
Economics and Accounting
2.5
Mathematics
2.5

Key Tasks

1Contact regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
2Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.
3Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.
4Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
5Consult with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support.

Also Known As

Account Executive Account Executive, Key Accounts Account Leader Account Manager Account Manager (Salesman) Account Representative Account Specialist Accounts Executive Agent Agricultural Produce Commission Agent

Tools & Equipment

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