Sales Hiring Guide | LinkedIn Talent Solutions

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A sales position requires an individual who can convey confidence and trust. Your new hire will cultivate relationships with prospective customers — and maintain strong relationships with current clients. A sales professional must also develop a deep understanding of a company’s products or services and be able to thoroughly answer customer questions. They are responsible for meeting certain individual and team-wide sales goals — on a weekly, monthly, or quarterly basis — and may contribute to sales reports that help executives track performance.

You might hire a sales professional to:

Generate new-customer leads

Meet or exceed sales goals and contribute to month-over-month growth
Position the company as the category and industry leader

Maximize efficiency in winning and closing sales

Required skills and qualifications	Preferred skills and qualifications
Strong communication skills	Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, marketing, economics, or related field
Confidence in sales abilities and knowledgeable of best practices	Experience in using Salesforce
Two or more years of experience in maintaining client relationships