A sales representative working in manufacturing and wholesale (but not scientific and technical products) serves as a link between the business offering products and its customers. In conjunction with the other members of the sales team the sales representative is accountable to have a thorough understanding of the manufactured or wholesale products offered to ensure customers satisfaction and improved sales capabilities. The sales team typically includes departmental manager, associates in sales, and the general manager. Sales representatives are accountable directly to the manager, who is the one with authority over the discounts and promotions sales representatives is able to offer, as well as the power to approve special rates.
Sales reps typically have an undergraduate education in business, or another related field. They are also proficient in computer programming, like Microsoft Office. Microsoft Office suite. They should also possess excellent communication skills as well as the capacity to be able to work of a broad range of products. Sales representatives typically are in offices indoors during normal working hours.
The typical work day of wholesale or manufacturing sales reps could involve meetings with various teams clients, managers, or team members and directly selling to clients. Meetings with others on the team will ensure that sales reps are aware of any new products or services the company has to offer and the goals and prospects that their group has. Meetings with clients could be used to negotiate discounts or prices. All day long sales reps use their email accounts to keep in contact with employees in their organization.