Sales Associate Jobs in Newport, RI

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

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • moments ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • moments 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...

Inside Sales Rep

  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

Inside Sales Rep Full Time Clerical North Kingstown, RI, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1042 The Inside Sales Representative provides support for fluid power and/or automation and/or motion control...

Specialty Sales Representative (Providence, RI)

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Specialty Sales Representative (Providence, RI) Field Position Title: Specialty Sales Representative Department: Commercial - Sales Reports To (title): Regional Business Director Location:...

Sales Associate @ Volkswagen

  • West Warwick, RI (17 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Warwick, RI (17 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Automotive Sales Associate is responsible for providing an exceptional customer purchasing experience....

Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Swansea, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swansea, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 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...

Sales Assistant & Logistics Coordinato

  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (22 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Vision: We are seeking a dedicated, experienced, energeticindividual to join our expanding team in New Bedford, MA. Our currentopening is located onsite at AHEAD?s headquarters and would...

Retail Sales Associate, Warwick Mall - Flex

  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (16 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview As a Retail Sales Associate, also known as a Generalist colleague, you are an integral part of bringing the Macys magic, and the Macys shopper is your highest priority....

Salesperson

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 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...

Sales Associate

  • North Dartmouth, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • North Dartmouth, MA (19 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Solar Sales Consultant

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Elevate Your Career and Empower Homeowners with PosiGen! Are you a highly motivated, ambitious sales professional passionate about making a positive impact? Do you want to control your financial...

Part Time Retail Sales Consultant - FALL RIVER

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago

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

Retail Sales Consultant - FALL RIVER

  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (20 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago

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

QNXT Product Consultant

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 3 days ago

About Us:** Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique...

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative - Allergy/Pediatrics - RI/Southern MA

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Company Description At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. Were fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than...

Sales Consultant - Center Store - MD, DE, & VA - Area - Remote

  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (23 miles from Newport, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Job Ref: 169445 Location: Providence, RI 02908 Location Flexibility: Remote Category: Sales Job Type: Full-time Job Status: Exempt Anticipated Closing Date: April 18, 2025 Pay Basis Yearly Pay...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Newport, RI

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Newport, RI 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 Newport, RI
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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