Sales Associate Jobs in Marion, IA

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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Garden Center Sales Team Member

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Do you have a green thumb? Are you friendly and self-motivated? Do you enjoy the outdoors and have a passion for plants or gardening? If so, this is the perfect role for you! The Garden Center...

Project Sales Representative US

  • Fairfax, IA (15 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, IA (15 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024. Herc...

Retail Sales Associate Apparel, Gear, Parts & Accessories

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Retail Sales – Clothing, Gear & Parts | McGrath Powersports – Cedar Rapids, IA Uncapped Commission + Monthly Bonuses Where Fun Begins — and Winning Never Stops Location: McGrath Powersports 4645...

Technical Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

As the industry leader in water technology, we're growing and need talented people like you to help us continue to protect the world's most vital resource. Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, seeks a...

Remote Sales Advisor, Inbound

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for...

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Field Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Part Time Field Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Part Time Field Sales Representative Location : Cedar Rapids, IA $23.00 hourly + mileage reimbursement + phone stipend + sales commission Part-Time Schedule : 5 evenings/week Hours: 4:05pm to...

Full Time Field Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (12 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Full Time Field Sales Representative Location : Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 $21.00/hour + mileage reimbursement + phone stipend + sales commission Full-Time Schedule : 5 evenings/week Hours: 12:05pm to...

Rental Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 2 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Rental Sales Representative Department: Sales Reports To: Director of Sales Strong Salary No Cap on Commission Job Summary The Sales Representative is responsible for...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 3 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE The Sales Associate (SA) is responsible for interacting with customers and employees to create a positive store environment....

Sales Associate - 24H150

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 4 days ago

POSITION PURPOSE The Sales Associate (SA) is responsible for interacting with customers and employees to create a positive store environment....

Combo Sales Consultants

  • Marion, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Marion, IA
  • 4 days ago

Combo Sales Consultants Marion | Marion, IA | Full Time JOB DESCRIPTION The Combo or Band and Orchestra Sales Consultants are West Music's customer service and product specialists in our retail...

Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 5 days ago

The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standard....

Retail Sales Associate

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 7 days ago

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores....

Route Sales Representative

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (6 miles from Marion, IA)
  • 7 days ago

$2500 Sign-On Bonus (based on performance and eligibility) Route Sales Representatives are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Route Sales Representatives are responsible for delivering,...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Marion, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Marion, IA 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 Marion, IA
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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