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1,000 Sales Jobs in China

Conversations shape each day—building relationships, reading objections, closing deals, then moving to the next prospect.

Sales jobs by city

• Colombia264
• Mexico256
• London213
• Tokyo194
• São Paulo186
• Paris180
• Singapore162
• Dubai161
• Berlin153
• Dublin152
• Washington142
• Shanghai137
• Hamburg135
• Paraná126
• Madrid118
• Barcelona117

Specialities in Sales

• Retail Sales and Service14453
• Account Managers and Executives4764
• Retail Managers4310
• Non-Technical Sales2303
• Sales Managers2073
• Technical Sales1931
• Merchandising603
• Energy Sales159

Questions

• What experience is needed to start in Sales?

  Many entry-level roles accept candidates without prior sales experience if they demonstrate communication skills and willingness to learn. Retail positions often require only a high school diploma; technical sales may ask for product knowledge or relevant certifications. Some employers prioritize attitude and coachability over experience.

• What does a typical day in Sales look like?

  Days vary by role—retail staff assist customers, process transactions, and manage inventory; account executives attend meetings, make calls, and prepare proposals; real estate agents show properties and handle paperwork. Most involve a mix of client interaction, administrative tasks, and prospecting or follow-up work.

• How much time is spent on the phone or in meetings?

  This depends on the role. Account executives and business development professionals spend significant time on calls and in meetings; retail staff spend most time on the floor with customers; real estate agents split time between showings, calls, and office work. Remote and field-based roles have different rhythms.

• What skills matter most in Sales?

  Active listening, persistence, and emotional resilience are fundamental. Strong organization, comfort with rejection, and the ability to uncover customer problems matter equally. Many roles require planning, negotiation, and follow-through across multiple clients or deals simultaneously.

• How does Sales differ from Customer Service?

  Sales focuses on identifying needs and closing transactions; Customer Service primarily solves problems for existing customers. Sales roles often involve prospecting and quota targets; Service roles emphasize retention and satisfaction. Some positions blend both responsibilities.

• What advancement paths exist in Sales?

  Individual contributors typically move into team lead, management, or senior account roles. Some transition into sales operations, strategy, or business development. Real estate and wholesale sales often see progression from associate to office manager or franchise owner.

• Are Sales roles primarily office-based or field-based?

  This varies significantly. Account executives may split time between office and client sites; retail staff work in stores; real estate agents are largely field-based; technical and wholesale sales mix office coordination with customer visits. Remote options exist in some fields.

• How is performance typically measured?

  Most Sales roles use metrics like revenue targets, units sold, or deal size as primary measures. Additional metrics may include customer retention, pipeline activity, or territory growth. Performance directly affects compensation in many positions.

• What is the difference between account management and new business development?

  Account management focuses on maintaining and growing relationships with existing clients. Business development pursues new customer acquisition and market expansion. Some roles combine both; many specialize in one area.

• How much travel or outdoor time is involved?

  Travel varies by role. Real estate agents show properties; outside sales representatives visit client sites regularly; account executives travel for key accounts; retail and technical sales staff typically work from a fixed location. Field time depends on territory size and customer base.