Sales Associate Jobs in British Columbia

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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Hiring Door To Door Sales Reps

  • Surrey, BC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 4 hours ago

BestDeal Maintenance is hiring door to door sales reps, great opportunities to learn new skills. Training will be provided. Must be fluent in English. Must have good confidence with great...

Overnight Sales Associate

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 5 hours ago

Associate (Duty-Free) Position Is For You, If You Enjoy: Operating stores such as: Hermes, Bvlgari, Cartier, Omega, Ferragamo, Burberry, Moncler and more!...

Merchant Solutions Business Development Specialist

  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Vancouver, BC
  • 11 hours ago

Work Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Pay Details: $60,000 - $60,000 CADThis role is eligible for a discretionary...

Client Advisor

  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Port Coquitlam, BC
  • 11 hours ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? This unique position calls on your client-focused sales expertise and natural problem-solving skills to maximize each client interaction....

Sales Associate- Nespresso Langley

  • Langley, BC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 15 hours ago

BE PART OF A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE WITH NESPRESSO! We are looking for part time employees in Willowbrook Welcome to coffee lovers and all those who want to develop their knowledge of coffee You must...

Sales Associate LensCrafters

  • Richmond, BC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 15 hours ago

The role of Sales Associate helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs in your community....

Client Advisor

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 20 hours ago

Job Summary Job Description *** Hindi/Punjabi language skills considered an asset *** What is the opportunity? This unique position calls on your client-focused sales expertise and natural...

Sales Associate Sunglass Hut

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL FUNCTION Our Sales Associates are vital to the success of Sunglass Hut....

Service Sales Representative - First Aid and Safety

  • Langley, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number : 194922 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Service Sales Representative - First Aid and Safety to sell and service customers in a manner which exceeds their expectations....

Automotive Sales Consultant

  • Coquitlam, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Coquitlam, BC
  • 1 day ago

Lougheed Hyundai has been earning the trust and confidence of out customers for over 10 years. We are a high-volume store, serving a large owner base within the community and beyond. Over the...

Insurance Broker

  • Fraser Lake, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Fraser Lake, BC
  • 1 day ago

Truthfulness | Fairness | Value | Loyalty As one of Canada's largest insurance providers, Western has more than 220 locations across Canada. With over 2,100 team members, our actions are anchored...

Sales Representative, Property Management - Q738

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 1 day ago

Sales Representatives initiate and manage relationships with customers and serve as the point of contact for the Company. In this position, you will be responsible for growing sales to the...

Client Advisor Intern

  • Nelson, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Nelson, BC
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? This unique position calls on your client-focused sales expertise and natural problem-solving skills to maximize each client interaction....

Front Counter Sales Representatives

  • Victoria, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Victoria, BC
  • 1 day ago

Are you looking for a role where your skills are valued with paid training and flexible hours? Kal Tire is hiring Temporary Front Counter Sales Representatives in our Victoria, BC, to assist...

Sales Representative - Facility Services

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 2 days ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number : 195935 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Sales Representative to focus on new business-to-business account development in our Facility Services Division. Responsibilities...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in British Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in British Columbia 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 in British Columbia
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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