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Commercial Sales Representative

OFO Code: 332201

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
332201
Occupation
Commercial Sales Representative
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
TECHNICIANS AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
3322 · Commercial Sales Representatives

Official description
Commercial sales representatives represent companies to sell various goods and services to businesses and other organizations and provide product specific information as required.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Canvasser, After-sales Service Adviser, Commercial Traveller

  • Providing prospective customers with information about the characteristics and functions of the products and equipment for sale, and demonstrating its use or qualities
  • Reporting customers’ reactions and requirements to suppliers and manufacturers
  • Quoting prices and credit terms, recording orders and arranging deliveries
  • Following up clients to ensure satisfaction with products purchased
  • Soliciting orders and selling goods to retail, industrial, wholesale and other establishments
  • Obtaining and updating knowledge of market conditions and of employer’s and competitors’ goods and services
  • Selling equipment, supplies and related services to business establishments or individuals

2. Demand status

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