Sales Associate Jobs in Michigan

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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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Remote Inside Sales Representative

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $75000.00 Job Category: Sales - Inside/Call Center Pay Philosophy The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of...

Remote Work
American House

Sales Representative

Community Relations Director Position Summary Under the general direction from the Regional Sales Director, with support from the Executive Director, the Community Relations Director assumes the...

Customer Service Representative

  • Warren, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Warren, MI
  • 3 days ago

As a Customer Service Representative, youll build connections and offer a wide range of products and services to our diverse customer base. Our customers are on the go and put their trust in us to...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Sterling Heights, MI
  • 4 days ago

Looking for Outgoing and Money Motivated candidates!** COMPANY EXPANSION - Hiring NOW for our Marketing Representatives and Assistant Sales Manager positions! We are TAKING OVER the Home Security...

Authentic Kitchen & Design

Kitchen Designer

At Authentic Kitchen & Design, we believe that a beautiful home is about more than aesthetics—it’s about changing the way people live. As an award-winning and growing kitchen design and cabinet...

Sales Representative

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 10 days ago

About FWF FWF is a third-party logistics and transportation company headquartered in Grand Rapids, MI. Together, we have paved the way in the transportation industry since our founding in 2012....

Remote Work

Kitchen & Bath Outside Sales Representative

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 10 days ago

Based in Michigan, Zeeland Lumber & Supply operates truss and wall panel component manufacturing plants along with full-service building material yards that distribute lumber and an expansive...

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

  • Mason, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mason, MI
  • 30+ days ago

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...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 90+ days ago

... Commerce Drive, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description TruGreen Neighborhood Lawn Territory Sales Representative Every TruGreen...

Client Advisor

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Acrisures Midwest Divsion began with a small group of agency partners joining together for the best interest of their clients and teams. Through collaboration and trust, they revealed the...

Sales Associate - 24H150

  • Portage, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 2 hours ago

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

Junior Sales Representative

  • Shelby Township, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Shelby Township, MI
  • 2 hours ago

MC Machinery Systems, Inc. Job Title: Junior Sales Representative – Fastening & Press Systems Location: 11611 Park Court, Shelby Township, 48315 DESCRIPTION: MC Fastening Solutions is seeking an...

Retail Sales Associate Apparel

  • Troy, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 2 hours ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Retail Associate

  • Howell, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Howell, MI
  • 3 hours ago

ABOUT THE POSITION With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual...

Salesperson

  • Menominee, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Menominee, MI
  • 3 hours 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 Michigan

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Sales Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Associate's Degree
9.5%
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 Michigan
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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