Sales Associate Jobs in Albany, NY

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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Comparion Insurance Agency

Insurance Agent (Base salary + Uncapped commissions)

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...

Sales Representative U.S. Military Veterans Initiative

  • Albany, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Operation E.C.H.O. (Erie Career Hero Opportunity) A career where your military experience translates into success. Veterans Initiative | Earn More | Advance Faster At Erie Home, we recognize the...

Oil Sales and Service Representative

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Ignite Your Career with Crystal Clean as an Oil Sales & Service Representative! Are you an ambitious, customer-oriented professional looking to make a significant impact in a booming industry?...

Sales Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Store Name Crossgates Responsibilities Express is seeking a Retail Sales Associate to join our team....

Sales Associate Keyholder

  • Albany, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Store Name Crossgates Responsibilities Express is seeking a Retail Sales Associate Keyholder to join our team....

HVAC Sales

  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Overview Residential Sales Consultant Reports To: Sales Manager or General Manager Status : Full-time, Regular position Category : Sales Location Name : Roland J. Down - Service Experts Location...

FT Deli Sales Associate

  • Glenville, NY (13 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenville, NY (13 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 427945 Address: USA-NY-Glenville-262 Saratoga Road Store Code: Store 08376 Deli (5151124) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

Sales Representative

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Sells products and services to customers in assigned non-bulk multi-dwelling units (MDU) areas/properties with 20+ doors through door-to-door solicitation, lobby events, and by building strong...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Sales Associate, youll be the face of Best Buy for customers who visits our stores....

Retail Sales Associate / Customer Service

  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clifton Park, NY (7 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Are you a Wellness Enthusiast with a passion for engaging and selling to like minded people? If you are, then Elements Massage is the place for you! Elements Massage of Clifton Park is...

Sr Sales Trainer, FOLIO

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the...

Sales Representative

  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Latham, NY (1 mile from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Dealership: L0367 Ford of Latham Latham Ford We are dedicated to delivering honest value, earning customers for life, taking personal ownership, improving constantly and having fun! If you share...

Outside Sales Representative / Restaurant Specialist - Saratoga Springs

  • Saratoga Springs, NY (21 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY (21 miles from Albany, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Hospitality Specialist At SpotOn, we help restaurants and small businesses compete and win with flexible payment and software technology backed by real people who really care. Every SpotOn tool,...

Sales Associate

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary As a Sales Associate, you act as a brand ambassador bringing your own personal style, passion for the product and welcoming energy to the sales floor each day....

Sales Rep - Convenience / Gas / Small Format

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

Great Pay. Great Benefits. Growth Opportunities. Target Pay of (insert Target Pay) Benefits -- Medical, vision and dental Company-provided retirement benefits Paid time off World class training...

Demographic Data for Albany, NY

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Sales Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Albany, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY
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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