Commercial sales representatives represent companies to sell various goods and services to businesses and other organizations and provide product specific information as required.
(a)     Tasks include -
soliciting orders and selling goods to retail, industrial, wholesale and other establishments;
selling equipment, supplies and related services to business establishments or individuals;
obtaining and updating knowledge of market conditions and of employer’s and competitors’ goods and services;
providing prospective customers with information about the characteristics and functions of the products and equipment for sale, and demonstrating its use or qualities;
quoting prices and credit terms, recording orders and arranging deliveries;
reporting customers’ reactions and requirements to suppliers and manufacturers;
following up clients to ensure satisfaction with products purchased.