Sales Associate Jobs

A Sales Associate is a professional who plays a pivotal role in the sales industry. They are responsible for providing exceptional customer service, generating sales, maintaining outstanding store conditions, and visual merchandising standards. Sales Associates will also be expected to stay up-to-date with product features, process payments, work with other team members to ensure proper customer service, and perform other duties as assigned. Their role is integral to driving sales and achieving store profitability.

Important skills for a Sales Associate include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a friendly and engaging personality, and strong selling skills. They should also be customer-oriented, have a basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices, and possess a good knowledge of the product range. While specific certifications are not often required, having a certification in Sales Management or related field can be advantageous. Before becoming a Sales Associate, a person might have roles such as a Retail Assistant, Customer Service Representative, or Cashier.

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Sales and Service Representative

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 hours ago

Join the Crystal Clean Team as a Sales & Service Representative! Are you a driven, customer-focused professional looking for a dynamic career in a thriving industry? Crystal Clean (CC) is seeking...

Business Development Representative

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Business Development Representative Location: Chicago, IL Work-style: Hybrid (M, F - REMOTE) (T, W, TH - IN-OFFICE) Compensation: $45,000-50,000 Base + Commissions (First Year OTE $75,000-80,000+)...

DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant - Nashville

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime from home to home, generation to...

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $65000.00 Job Category: Sales - Comparion Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors...

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $75000.00 Job Category: Sales - Inside/Call Center Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of...

Remote Work
burton + BURTON

Inside Sales Representative

burton+BURTON, the world's largest balloon, giftware, and home decor wholesaler, headquartered near Athens, GA, has openings for Inside Sales Representatives to join our growing sales team. This...

Sales Representative

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 9 hours ago

Job Title : Wholesale Fuel and Lubricants Sales Representative Location : Central and Northeast Florida Company : B&B Oil, Inc Job Type : Full-Time Salary : Competitive, based on experience About...

Wholesale Fuel Sales Representative

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 hours ago

Job Title : Wholesale Fuel and Lubricants Sales Representative Location : Atlanta GA Company : B&B Oil, Inc Job Type : Full-Time Salary : Competitive, based on experience About Us : B&B Oil, Inc...

Eye Care Partners

Optical Sales Associate - Training Provided

SECTION 1 : Job Summary An Optical Sales Associate will achieve a world class Total Patient Experience that both maximizes retail sales while also supporting the patients medical needs....

DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant - Los Angeles

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime from home to home, generation to...

Eye Care Partners

Sales Associate- Training Provided!

Job Title: Optical Technician/ Sales Associate Company: Clarkson Eyecare Location: Louisville, KY Training Provided No medical/eyecare experience required!...

Sr. Rental Sales Representative

  • Dunbar, WV
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dunbar, WV
  • 10 hours ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : START ON A CAREER PATH THAT HAS A FUTURE At Ryder, our most important competitive advantage is our...

Insurance Sales Associate

  • Exton, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Description We are looking for an Insurance Sales Associate to join our team in our Exton, PA office. This is not a remote position. We're Hiring Immediately!...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Daytona Beach, FL
  • 16 hours ago

102225920 Jimmy Ann Dr, Daytona Beach, Florida 32117 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description TruGreen Neighborhood Lawn Territory Sales Representative Every TruGreen...

Sales Trainee (Beer Sales)

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 16 hours ago

Beechwood Sales and Service is a family owned and operated beer distribution company located near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We represent the worlds best breweries including Anheuser-Busch,...

Sales Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Launch your career in sales using the frameworks of effective sales management paired with data & technology to differentiate you and your company from the competition Selling is one of the most...
Sales in Sport Business
As a successful sales executive, you can help fans become part of the experience, both in the stadium and out. Learn key sales and revenue generation strategies from professionals within the...
Dynamics 365: Customer Engagement for Sales
During this three-week course, youll understand the importance of customer relationship management and how this can help create customer loyalty and improve retention. Youll learn how to build a...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Associate's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some High School
1.9%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sales Associates
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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