Sales Associate Jobs in Columbus, MS

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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Customer Service Representative

  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • moments ago
  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • moments ago

[]The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is responsible for directly servicing the needs of the MaxxSouth residential customers with general information, billing, and promoting and selling...

Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Columbus, MS (11 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, MS (11 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 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...

Salesperson

  • Columbus, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 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...

Retail Sales Consultant

  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 3 days ago

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

Insurance Sales Trainee/ Sales Representative

  • Columbus, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 4 days ago

What We Offer: No cold calling involved Uncapped commission potential Lucrative bonus opportunities including performance-based bonuses and sales competitions Continuous on-going training and...

Retail Associate Manager

  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 6 days ago

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in MILLPORT, AL S07484

  • Millport, AL (22 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Millport, AL (22 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT - 21 and older only - in MILLPORT, AL S07484

  • Millport, AL (22 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Millport, AL (22 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in CARROLLTON, AL S09415

  • Carrollton, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Carrollton, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in PICKENSVILLE, AL S18883

  • Pickensville, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pickensville, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

SALES ASSOCIATE in PICKENSVILLE, AL S18883

  • Pickensville, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pickensville, AL (23 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 10 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Columbus, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 13 days ago

A Retail Sales Associate (part-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters and take pride in what you do!...

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 5387

  • Columbus, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 18 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...

Retail Sales Associate - PT

  • Columbus, MS
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 20 days ago

Req ID: USA0049S164PO18 AutoZone's Part-Time Retail Sales Associates drive sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW!...

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 8872

  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Starkville, MS (20 miles from Columbus, MS)
  • 23 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 Columbus, MS

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Columbus, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Columbus, MS 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 Columbus, MS
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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