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

A typical week, in the words of people in the job

1. 01Arrange and direct delivery and installation of products and equipment.
2. 02Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.
3. 03Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
4. 04Consult with clients after sales or contract signings to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support.
5. 05Prepare sales contracts and order forms.
6. 06Provide customers with product samples and catalogs.
7. 07Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.
8. 08Forward orders to manufacturers.
9. 09Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.
10. 10Contact regular and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
11. 11Identify prospective customers by using business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.
12. 12Negotiate with retail merchants to improve product exposure, such as shelf positioning and advertising.

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