Sales Associate Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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Territory Sales Representative

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Outside Sales Representative

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Sales Representative (Flooring)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

(Industry Experience Required) Summary: The sales representative is responsible to grow and develop the sales and margins of MSIs Tile product lines with the retailer/dealer network; located...

Sales Representative - Alarm Systems

  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 13 days ago

Securitas Technology, part of Securitas, is a world-leading provider of integrated security solutions that protect, connect, and optimize businesses of all types and sizes. More than 13,000...

Entry Level Outside Sales Rep

  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • moments ago

ADP is hiring a Sales Representative, Small Business Services. Are you ready to build a rewarding future? Uncapped commissions, lavish incentive trips, and career advancement are some of the ways....

CA-WA Mortgage Retail Sales Consultant (SAFE) San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a CA-WA Mortgage Retail Sales Consultant (SAFE) in Consumer Lending as part of Home Lending. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at...

Riki Spirits San Diego Sales Rep

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

SAN DIEGO - Single Serve Spirit Based 24oz Can Sales Representative FOR RIKI SPIRITS. POSITION TYPE: Full-time, Salaried/Commission PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: RIKI spirits is coming to California...

Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate - Shiseido, Fashion Valley - Full Time

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Be part of an amazing story Macys is more than just a store. Were a story. One thats captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditionsabout...

Endodontic Specialty Sales Consultant - San Diego,CA

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Dont just work somewhere, join Brasseler and be a valued team member of a world-class health care organization! Our Culture: Provides a safe and welcoming environment where team members can...

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Retail Sales Associate, Plaza Bonita - Full Time

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

As a Retail Sales Associate, also known as a Generalist colleague, the Macys shopper is your highest priority....

Manager, Enterprise Sales Associates

  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Build an open communication environment for your team Ensure your Enterprise Sales Associates are following the sales process in order to win new ACV business Facilitate resources necessary to further...

Retail Sales Associate - Womens Shoes, Fashion Valley - Full Time

  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 11 hours ago

As a Retail Sales Associate, also known as a Generalist colleague, the Macy's shopper is your highest priority....

Counter Sales Associate

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Retail Sales Associate - Part-Time

  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 12 hours ago

If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retail stores in the nation, join the Burlington Stores, Inc. as a Retail Sales Associate!...

Sales Associate

  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • National City, CA (6 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

As a Sales Associate, you will be responsible for delivering the Tillys Experience to our Customers. Are you a "people person" who has a talent for making friends with perfect strangers?...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in San Diego, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
Master's Degree
11.8%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
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 San Diego, CA
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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