Sales Associate Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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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Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 hour ago

Overall Job Summary The High Volume FAST Team Member is responsible for working as part of the Field Activity Support Team (FAST), primarily in a single store, to own and execute start to finish...

Temporary Part Time Sales Associate

  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 hour ago

Temporary Part Time Sales Associate - TOMMY HILFIGER R50899 Ellenton, Florida, United States Part Time Tommy Hilfiger Be part of an iconic story....

Retail Sales Associate- Sarasota Pavilion

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 1 hour ago

About the Role As a Brand Associate, you're an integral part of our team and bring our brand to life for our customers. You're responsible for engaging and connecting with our customers by...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 hours ago

We are currently seeking an inspiring, confident, and ambitious individual to join the Movado Company Store team as a Part Time Sales Associate in Ellenton, FL....

PT Sales Associate - Lee Wrangler Clearance Center

  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 5 hours ago

Sales Associates have the authority to prioritize the customer's needs and are passionate about both promoting and fostering loyalty towards the brand and the store. Why Kontoor Brands?...

Sales and Service Technician

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Sales and Service Technician (part of Bridgestone Corporation) 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 5435 45th Street East, Bradenton, FL 34203 Company Overview Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of...

Sales Associate - Part Time

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

SALES ASSOCIATE - PART TIME BRADENTON, FL Job Summary As a Sales Associate, you will be essential in providing exceptional customer service and ensuring a positive shopping experience....

Automotive Sales Representative - Sunset Kia of Venice

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Automotive Sales Associate Requirements As an Automotive Sales Representative, you must embody Sunset Automotive Group's stellar community reputation of honesty, integrity and superior customer service...

Sales Associate, Seasonal

  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Sales Associate, you will have the opportunity to deliver exceptional experiences and provide world-class service to our valued consumers every day....

Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Venice, FL (20 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Venice, FL (20 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 1 day ago

Overall Job Summary The Field Activity Support Team (FAST) Team Member is responsible for traveling to stores within an assigned district to own and execute start to finish variable tasks such as...

Temporary Part Time Sales Associate - TOMMY HILFIGER

  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ellenton, FL (13 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago

( YouTube, Instagram, TikTok ) REPORTS TO: Store Management SUMMARY: The Temporary Sales Associates primary function is to sell and promote Tommy Hilfiger merchandise through execution of the TH Customer...

Salesperson

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer...

Inside Sales Rep

  • Nokomis, FL (15 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nokomis, FL (15 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an...

Territory Sales Representative - Non-Alc (Sarasota)

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 2 days ago

Requisition ID: 34816 A Career in Beer and Beyond: Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all lifes moments. Weve been brewing iconic...

Demographic Data for Sarasota, FL

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Sarasota, FL 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 Sarasota, FL
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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