Sales Associate Jobs in Joliet, IL

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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Comparion Insurance Agency

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

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...

Sales Associate Target Optical

  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

GENERAL FUNCTION The Sales Associate is responsible for creating an outstanding optical experience for our guests by bringing together their knowledge, experiences and personality together with the...

Sales Associate

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

True Religion Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status Location: Chicago Premium City: Aurora State/Territory: IL Description JOB TITLE: Sales Associate IMMEDIATE MANAGER...

Direct Sales Associate

  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (23 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Summary The Direct Sales Associate provides competitive face to face sales offers to Acquisition customers as well as current Vistra customers....

Sales Associate - Chico's

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in in promoting a customer and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the forefront...

Sales Associate - White House Black Market

  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Management in in promoting a customer and product-focused sales culture, where our values and guiding principles are at the forefront...

Salesperson

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 11 hours 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...

Retail Sales Consultant - LOUIS JOLIET MALL

  • Joliet, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Sales Consultant, Retail Associate, Retail Sales Associate, or Retail Team Member, this career move would be a great fit!...

Entry Level Sales Representative

  • Joliet, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Everything we do at Sunrun is driven by a determination to transform the way we power our lives. We know that starts at the individual employee level. We strive to foster an environment you can...

Retail Sales Representative - PT

  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Posting The Retail Sales Representative plays a vital role in promoting nationally distributed, highly recognized products for our great group of long-standing clients. Enjoy working with well...

Sales Representative

  • Frankfort, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Frankfort, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Retail Sales Associate - Kitchens and Bath

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Why we will love you You believe a better life at work equals a better life. Join our team to start a better life for yourself. What you'll be doing day to day • Assisting customers and providing...

Sales and Service Technician

  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores,...

Seasonal Retail Associate

  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (21 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview A successful Retail Store Associate will strive to go for WOW! Go for WOW! is the standard of customer service at Duluth Trading Company. It is treating the customer right and...

Customer Service Representative - Associate, Nights

  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Customer Service Associate at our Burr Ridge Call Center. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need...

Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Joliet, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Joliet, IL 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 Joliet, IL
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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