Sales Associate Jobs in Waterloo, 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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Sales Associate

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary: This position reports to the Store Manager within the scope of the mission, guiding principles, values, ethics and strategic goals of Goodwill Industries of Northeast Iowa, Inc. This...

Licensed Insurance Sales Agent, Insurance Producer

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 2 days ago

ShopNMatch Insurance Agency is currently looking for looking for Licensed Insurance Agents Prior experience in insurance sales or customer service preferred and insurance agents with a sales...

Field Sales Representative

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Field Sales Representative Professional Insurance Planners and Consultants of Iowa Cedar Falls, IA About Professional Insurance Planners and Consultants of Iowa Professional Insurance Planners and...

Foodservice Sales Representative, Waterloo, IA

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago

Our dynamic sales team is growing and here's why you should join us! Click Here for Job Preview We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits,...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Outside Lawn & Garden - Closing

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 2 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

RV Sales Associate

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Camping World is seeking a high energy, motivated RV Sales Associate to grow the business. Ideal candidates will possess the drive to work hard, sell RVs, have fun and make money!...

Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Retail Sales Associate

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 9 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....

Outside Sales Representative (140)

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 9 days ago

ABC Supply, the nations largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building products, is looking for talented, enthusiastic sales professionals who love to build relationships, promote...

Retail Associate

  • La Porte City, IA (9 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • La Porte City, IA (9 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 9 days ago

... Why do people love eating in our cafe at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help cafe associates. Do you have a passion for preparing...

Outside Sales Rep

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 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...

Outside Parts Sales (WL)

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 15 days ago

Outside Parts Sales Rep Wanted: Hustle, Sell, Dominate the Road! Got a knack for building relationships and closing deals?...

Sales Consultant Part-Time

  • Vinton, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Vinton, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 15 days ago

Sales Consultant Part-Time When you join Victra Victra is Verizon's largest premium retailer in the United States. We are seeking Part-Time Sales Consultants who deliver world-class service to...

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 5548

  • Independence, IA (22 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Independence, IA (22 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 20 days ago

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 orientation, gender...

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 5544

  • Waterloo, IA (9 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA (9 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 20 days ago

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 orientation, gender...

Demographic Data for Waterloo, IA

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Waterloo, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo, 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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