sales agent

Moves the merchandise

A sales agent is someone who sells goods or services on behalf of another party, typically earning commission rather than salary.

Unlike employees, sales agents often work independently and may represent multiple companies: The sales agent handles accounts across three states.

The term overlaps with sales representative, though agent sometimes implies more autonomy or a formal agency relationship.

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closing the deal · cold calling · persuasive · lead generation · negotiator · hard sell · pitch meeting · automotive · intermediary · rainmaker · insurance · territory · quota · resilient · commission · client list · retail · door-to-door

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transaction role

sales agentbuyer

One who acquires things

purchasing agent · consumer · customer · shopper · buyer's agent

supply chain position

sales agentmanufacturer

One who produces goods

producer · maker · fabricator · supplier · craftsman

customer relationship

sales agentaccount manager

Person overseeing customer relationships

Family

sale, agent, salesperson, sales representative

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