How to become Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Productseducation, training, experience and the steps to enter
Median annual pay
$72,080
25th–75th pct. $50,470–$99,640
Top pay (est.)
$178,800
Top 10% $137,550
Pay in 5 years
$82,700est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$94,900est.
$81,600–$110,100
Outlook score
43/100
★★☆☆☆ Below average
AI replacement risk
46%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
−0.9%
100K openings / yr
How to become Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.
Skills, education and requirements for Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Selling or Influencing OthersOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeResolving Conflicts and Negotiating with OthersThinking Creatively
Important abilities
Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityWritten ComprehensionWritten Expression
Education of workers
Training before entry
Related work experience
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★☆☆☆ Fairly easy (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Career path and how to earn more as Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products
Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.