Sales Managers (also called Sales Representatives) are responsible for selling products and/or services as identified in the sales and marketing plan of an organization. Sales Managers are self-motivated, able to set and achieve goals and use time and efforts effectively and efficiently. They have selling skills and strong product/service knowledge, and are able to adapt what they sell to meet specific client needs.

• Promote products and services
• Identify and solicit new clients or target groups
• Prepare sales reports and track activities
• Estimate or quote prices, credit terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Prepare sales contracts, process orders and make delivery arrangements
• May help set direction or guidelines, and assign or review work of others
• May help organize and conduct sales campaigns
• Participate in trade shows or other promotions

• A secondary school diploma is required
• A college diploma or university degree in business, tourism or marketing may be an asset
• Good communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Confidence
• Optimistic
• Self-starter
• Previous sales experience is an asset
• Excellent customer service skills
• Previous marketing experience is an asset
• Time management skills
• Thorough product and service knowledge is generally required
• Valid driver’s licence and/or vehicle may be required

• Retail Salesperson
• Sales Supervisor
• Director of Sales and Marketing
• Executive Assistant Manager
• General Manager