Sales Associate Jobs in Hattiesburg, 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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Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Hattiesburg, MS (10 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS (10 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 6 hours ago

Overall Job Summary The High Volume FAST Team Member is responsible for working as part of the Field Activity Support Team (FAST), primarily in a single store, to own and execute start to finish...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in PETAL, MS S06372

  • Petal, MS (7 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Petal, MS (7 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 1 day 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....

Cashier/Sales Associate - All Shifts

  • Purvis, MS (11 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Purvis, MS (11 miles from Hattiesburg, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join our dynamic team! We're not just a stop along the road; we're a community hub where customers find more than just snacks and fuel. They find smiling faces, helpful service, and a...

Inside Sales Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago

Replies within 24 hours FASTSIGNS #350301 is hiring for a Customer Service Representative to join our team! Benefits/Perks: Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Holidays Performance Bonus Ongoing...

Sales Associate PT

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 days ago

career as a Part-time Sales Associate PT, where every interaction becomes an opportunity to shape customer relationships and drive business success....

Salesperson

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 3 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...

Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 6 days ago

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

Sales Associate

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 6 days ago

Overview You recognize yourself when you enter one of our stores. You love to talk about athletic sneakers and apparel as much as you love to collect them. You always scope out the latest styles,...

Customer Service Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 8 days ago

associate or cashiering experience High school diploma or equivalent Motivation to advance in your career!...

Cashier/Sales Associate - All Shifts 2025-236151

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 9 days ago

Cashier/Sales Associate - All Shifts Requisition ID 2025-236151 Brand Minit Mart Position Type Part-Time Location : Address 6481 Highway 98 W Overview Join our dynamic team!...

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Recruitment

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 9 days ago

Retail Sales Associate - Immediate Recruitment compensation: To be discussed....

Field Sales Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Join an elite group of sellers bringing customized, white glove experiences directly to the customer's door. Field Sales Representatives at AT&T are driven to connect -every...

Loan Servicing Customer Service Representative

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 12 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Part-Time Sales Associate

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 12 days ago

PART-TIME SALES ASSOCIATE The role of a Sales Associate extends beyond just retail sales. At Loris you will provide a trusted place for joy and support when people need it most....

Optical Retail Sales Associate FT Hattiesburg, MS #046

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 15 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 15 days ago

Optical Retail Sales Associate Full Time 30 years ago Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs....

Demographic Data for Hattiesburg, MS

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Hattiesburg, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Hattiesburg, 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 Hattiesburg, 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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