Sales Associate Jobs in Laurel, 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

  • Laurel, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Laurel, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 16 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

  • Laurel, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 16 days ago

Are you looking for a new sales position with unlimited earning potential and that is in a flourishing industry? Or maybe you have been thinking about switching career paths and moving into sales?...

Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

  • Ellisville, MS (10 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Ellisville, MS (10 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 17 days ago

AutoZone's Part-Time Retail Sales Associates drive sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 9825

  • Laurel, MS (4 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Laurel, MS (4 miles from Laurel, 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...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in LAUREL, MS S31106

  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in LAUREL, MS S31106 LAUREL, Mississippi 31106-MS-LAUREL Store Careers Store Positions - Other Active Full-Time 333077 Job Description Work Where You Matter...

SALES ASSOCIATE in LAUREL, MS S31106

  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ 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...

Cashier/Sales Assoc - All Sh 2025-239988 Laurel

  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago

GPM Investments, LLC Cashier/Sales Assoc - All Sh 2025-239988 Laurel in Laurel , Mississippi Cashier/Sales Associate - All Shifts Requisition ID 2025-239988 Brand Minit Mart Position Type Full-Time,...

Sales Associate

  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Mississippi Employer Sales Associate in Laurel , Mississippi The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers....

Lead Sales Associate-Full Time

  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Mississippi Employer Lead Sales Associate-Full Time in Laurel , Mississippi The Lead Sales Associate helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus....

Customer Service Representative

  • Richton, MS (24 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richton, MS (24 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

Store Family Dollar Family Dollar is seeking motivated individuals to support our Stores as we provide essential products at great values to the communities we serve. General Summary As a Family...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in LAUREL, MS S30289

  • Laurel, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 45+ 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...

Senior Retail Sales Associate (Full-Time)

  • Bay Springs, MS (17 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bay Springs, MS (17 miles from Laurel, MS)
  • 45+ days ago

AutoZone's Full-Time Senior Retail Sales Associate drives sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Team Member (Cashier/Sales Associate/Retail)

  • Laurel, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Member is responsible for interacting with customers and team members, supporting selling initiatives and performing assigned tasks, while delivering a Legendary...

Customer Service Representative - Laurel

  • Laurel, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Great Opportunity! The heart of Tower Loan lies with our Customer Service Representative! Our representatives provide the best experience to our customers to earn their continued business. At...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Laurel, MS

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Laurel, 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 Laurel, 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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