Sales Associate Jobs in British Columbia

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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Roofing salesman/woman

  • Surrey, BC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Surrey, BC
  • 3 hours ago

Looking for a roofing salesman with experience in the roofing industry to sell roofs in the surrey area. Mostly residential and some commercial. Quality family owned buisness...compensation will...

Automotive Sales Consultants Dueck Downtown

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 9 hours ago

Dueck Downtown, 888 Terminal Ave in Vancouver is part of the Dueck Automotive Group consisting of 3 major GM dealerships in the Greater Vancouver area. Huge new and used vehicle inventory plus...

Client Advisor

  • Lake Country, BC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lake Country, BC
  • 10 hours ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? This unique position calls on your client-focused sales expertise and natural problem-solving skills to maximize each client interaction....

Mobile Sales Associate (Part Time)

  • Kamloops, BC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Kamloops, BC
  • 10 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a Sales Associate, which we call an Advisor at Best Buy. As a Sales Associate, you will be the face of Best Buy for everyone who visits our stores....

Retail Sales Associate (Part Time)

  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chilliwack, BC
  • 10 hours ago

Grow your career in similar roles (Sales Associate, Online Order Pick-up Specialist) or development roles (Team Lead, Assistant Store Leader, Store Leader)....

Inside Sales Rep

  • Richmond, BC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 10 hours ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an...

Part Time Sales Representative Metrotown

  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Burnaby, BC
  • 13 hours ago

What does it mean to join our TELUS family? Our goal is to provide Canadians with an excellent experience, by connecting with our customers and meeting all their needs under one roof We are...

Outside Sales Representative Surrey UniFirst Canada

  • Langley, BC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Langley, BC
  • 13 hours ago

Outside Sales Representative – Award Winning Company UniFirst is an international leader in the $18 billion dollar garment services industry. We currently employ 14,000 Team Partners who serve...

Sales Development Representative, New Grad position

  • Coquitlam, BC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Coquitlam, BC
  • 13 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE Are you passionate about the construction industry, but don't think estimating or engineering is the direction you want to go? We are looking for an engaging individual to join our...

Retail Sales Associate, Full Time - Smart Ctr Prince Geo

  • Prince George, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Prince George, BC
  • 1 day ago

About Old Navy Forget what you know about old-school industry rules. When you work at Old Navy, youre choosing a different path. From day one, weve been on a mission to democratize fashion and...

Sales Associate LensCrafters

  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Abbotsford, BC
  • 1 day ago

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

Temporary Sales Associates - Part-Time - TOMMY HILFIGER

  • Richmond, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, BC
  • 1 day ago

( YouTube, Instagram, TikTok ) SALES ASSOCIATE REPORTS TO: Store Management SUMMARY: The Sales Associate’s primary function is to sell and promote Tommy Hilfiger merchandise through execution of the...

Sales Development Program Sales Associate

  • Kelowna, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 1 day ago

As a Sales Associate, you will have an exciting opportunity to grow your sales career with the leader in the industry....

Outside Sales Rep

  • Kelowna, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • Kelowna, BC
  • 1 day ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If youd like the chance to make your mark with the worlds largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As an...

Anthropologie Sales Associate

  • West Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago
  • West Vancouver, BC
  • 1 day ago

Location This position is located at 766 Main Street, West Vancouver, British Columbia, V7T0A5 Canada Role Summary A Sales Associate contributes to driving sales through providing a genuine and unique...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in British Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in British Columbia 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 British Columbia
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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