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Salesperson Job Description Sample Template

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Salesperson

This free Salesperson job description sample template can help you attract an innovative and experienced Salesperson to your company. We make the hiring process one step easier by giving you a template to simply post to our site. Make sure to add requirements, benefits, and perks specific to the role and your company.

Salesperson Job Summary

Seeking an experienced and results-driven salesperson to join our energetic team. The individual in this role would provide appropriate product solutions for our customers and nurture them through our purchase flow from start to finish. Candidates for this position should prioritize customer care, acquisition, and company profitability.

Salesperson Duties and Responsibilities

  • Generate and qualify leads via phone and email
  • Schedule sales appointments and activities
  • Promote products/services to new and existing customers
  • Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of new and existing customers
  • Close sales by means of excellent customer service and salesmanship
  • Develop strategies for more effective sales closing, share with team
  • Maintain positive business and customer relationships to to prolong customer lifetime value
  • Prioritize and/or escalate client questions and concerns to increase client satisfaction
  • Source and develop client referrals
  • Track personal appointments, status reports, and sales
  • Meet or exceed monthly sales goals
  • Continuously improve through feedback

Salesperson Requirements and Qualifications

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Aptitude for negotiation and persuasion
  • Highly motivated, determined, and target driven
  • Proven track record in the sales environment
  • Ability to meet and exceed monthly sales quota
  • Ability to create and deliver client presentations
  • Expert in time management and personal organization
  • Familiarity with BRM and CRM best practices
  • Bachelor's degree preferred but may accept relevant experience
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