Sales Associate Jobs in Decatur, 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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Entry Level Management

  • Huntsville, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team at The Clint McLain Agency, Inc. as Entry Level Managers. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your...

Verizon Business Sales Representative (B2B)

  • Huntsville, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 19 hours ago

Now Hiring B2B Sales Representative | Verizon Business Partner Alabama Virtual Interview Now Available! Ready to schedule your interview from the comfort of your home? Visit empireinterview.com...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 19 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!...

Entry Level Sales Rep Part Time Work from Home

  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 20 hours ago

Vector Marketing is running interviews for sales rep positions, start work within the week! Basic responsibilities include working with customers, explaining our American made Cutco products, and...

Remote Work

Soap Maker/Retail Associate

  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Soap Maker/Retail Associate - Full Time Are you looking for a high energy job where you can share ideas and recommendations with your teammates and clientele? Where your hard work is rewarded with...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Moulton, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moulton, AL (20 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $14 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Showroom Sales Assistant

  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Showroom Sales Assistant City Madison State/Territory US-AL ZIP/Postal code 35758 Added to system: 4/2/24 1:26 PM Join the Acme Brick Family SHOWROOM SALES ASSISTANT FLSA Status: Non-exempt Acme...

Route Sales Representative

  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 5 days ago

Route Sales Representatives are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Route Sales Representatives are responsible for delivering, selling, and merchandising FritoLay's complete line of products...

Sales Associate-6359 Madison, AL 35756

  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Inside Sales Representative

  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago

FASTSIGNS #251101 is hiring for a Customer Service Representative to join our team! Benefits/Perks: Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Holidays Performance Bonus Ongoing Training Opportunities A...

Customer Service Representative

  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago

FASTSIGNS #251101 is hiring for a Customer Service Representative to join our team! Benefits/Perks: Competitive Pay Paid Vacation and Holidays Performance Bonus Ongoing Training Opportunities A...

Sales Associate - Ladies Shoes - Full Time

  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 6 days ago

As a Sales Associate, you will drive store sales and metrics through providing excellent customer service to each customer....

Route Sales Representative

  • Madison, AL (16 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, AL (16 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago

Route Sales Representatives are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Route Sales Representatives are responsible for delivering, selling, and merchandising FritoLays complete line of products...

Sales Apprentice C Store - Huntsville - $45K Annual Salary

  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Location : AL Huntsville - Madison, AL Salary Range : Undisclosed Description The Off Premise Sales Apprentice role is an entry-level position into our sales organization that...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in EVA, AL S07550

  • Eva, AL (24 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Eva, AL (24 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 11 days 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....

Demographic Data for Decatur, AL

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Decatur, AL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Decatur, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.2%
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 Decatur, 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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