Contact us . Click arrow at bottom left of image to begin. Most recently hires Sales Representatives have at least a bachelor's degree. Employers hiring Sales Representatives in many of todays high technology fields usually require a Bachelors of Science in either computer science or biological science. Colleges and universities offer a wide variety of undergraduate programs.
Most employers always require previous work experience.
The background needed for Sales Representatives varies by product line and market. Most employers require an average of 24 months of related work experience in either product sales, technical sales, or customer service. Many employers have formal training programs that can last up to two years. Some companies have formal training for beginning sales workers that last as long as two years. This is the usual procedure for manufacturers of technical products.