Sales Associate Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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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Urban Outfitters Sales Associate

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

Location This position is located at 320 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, Alabama, 35243 United States Role Summary A Sales Associate contributes to driving sales through providing a genuine experience to each...

Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Trussville, AL (15 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Trussville, AL (15 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 4 hours ago

Not only do we invest in training, but all new sales associates are eligible for a performance-based bonus after their sixth month of employment....

Full Time - Sales Associate - Plumbing - Closing

  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 7 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Sales Representative

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago

Job Summary: Compensation: $66,000 - $92,400 + commission The Sales Representative is tasked with establishing IDI's presence in the market by identifying, closing, and retaining customers. This...

PT Sales Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 hours ago

About the Role: As a Lovesac Sales Associate, you will use your top ambition to create a welcoming and engaging in-store experience and help our customers design our products to fit their style and...

Sales Associate LensCrafters

  • Birmingham, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (10 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 13 hours ago

The role of Sales Associate helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs in your community....

Sales Representative

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 14 hours ago

Overview: We're searching for someone who thrives on winning new business to join our team as a Sales Representative. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of prior sales experience and excel in...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 14 hours 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!...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 20 hours ago

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

Mortgage Retail Sales Consultant

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 20 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Mortgage Retail Sales Consultant (SAFE) in Consumer Lending as part of Home Lending. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at...

Retail Sales Consultant - Full Time

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 hours ago

Boll and Branch is looking for a Full-Time Retail Sales Consultant (sales associate & keyholder) to join our growing retail team....

Retail Sales Consultant - Part Time

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 23 hours ago

Boll and Branch is looking for a Part-Time Retail Sales Consultant (sales associate & keyholder) to join our growing retail team....

Retail Sales Associate (Brand Ambassador) - PT - 0042 - Birmingham (703629)

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago

Position Details Position Location: Birmingham, AL Department: Retail Store Operations Reports To: Store Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible) Summary At Carhartt, it is our mission...

Customer Service Representative

  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago

it's what's inside that counts _______________________________ Theres more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, its the people inside our...

T-Mobile Retail Associate Manager - Alabaster, Alabama

  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alabaster, AL (20 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 23 hours ago

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Birmingham, AL 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 Birmingham, AL
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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