Field Sales Representatives need to be knowledgeable about products and create a rapport with clients quickly to build lasting relationships. A Field Sales Representative’s duties and responsibilities include:
Selling and promoting products to both existing and potential clients
Performing needs analysis and cost-benefit analysis for clients
Establishing and maintaining positive business relationships with clients
Monitoring competitors’ sales activities
Assisting with corporate marketing strategies and expanding the company to new markets
Cold calling potential clients
Coordinating sales efforts with other departments
Supplying the management team with reports on customer needs or interests, potential new products, or services, and competitive activities