Sales Associate Jobs in Modesto, CA

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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Customer Service Representative

  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

associate or cashiering experience High school diploma or equivalent Motivation to advance in your career!...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Date posted: 04/29/2025 Requisition Number: 2025-53539 Business unit: Marketing Location: Turlock, California Areas of interest: Outside Sales, Sales Position Type: Full Time SDT212 JOB SUMMARY...

Remote Solar Sales (NO DOOR-KNOCKING)

  • Modesto, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 20 hours ago

ATTENTION: Door-Knockers, Hustlers & Straight Commission Killers Still Chasing Checks in the Cold, Heat, or Rain? Tired of Making Someone Else Rich While You Break Your Back? This Is Your Exit...

Remote Work

Sales Associate - Guest Experience Specialist

  • Modesto, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Retail Guest Experience Specialists Full-Time and Part-Time Career Opportunities Our Retail Guest Experience Specialists are a major driving factor behind Bobs Discount Furnitures success and...

Sales Associate - Famous Footwear

  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As a Famous Footwear Sales Associate, you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience for every customer....

Bilingual Sales Associate

  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago

We’re looking for Sales Associates who have an entrepreneurial spirit and can work independently, embracing accountability for overall store performance....

Customer Service Representative

  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Training & development FASTSIGNS #69101 is hiring for a Customer Service Representative with Outside Sales experience to...

Store Sales Associate/ Delivery Driver

  • Oakdale, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakdale, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Store Sales Associate/ Delivery Driver Store Sales Associate/ Delivery Driver On-Site locations USA - Oakdale MN (N 6th St) Store time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR257179...

Restaurant Sales Rep

  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Sales Representative (Catering & Events) Position Overview We are seeking a Restaurant Sales Representative to drive revenue by securing catering bookings, private events, and corporate...

Sales Associate

  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tracy, CA (21 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

CDJR Sales -- BDC Sales Representative

  • Modesto, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 4 days ago

Pay Scale The Representative Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between $16.50 and $16.50. The position may also...

Bilingual Spanish Part Time Retail Sales Consultant TURLOCK

  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Turlock, CA (15 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 days ago

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

Onsite Licensed Sales Counselor

  • Hughson, CA (10 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hughson, CA (10 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 5 days ago

About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates...

Salesperson

  • Salida, CA (5 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Salida, CA (5 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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 orientation, gender...

Retail Sales Associate - Part-Time

  • Riverbank, CA (5 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Riverbank, CA (5 miles from Modesto, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Modesto, CA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Modesto, CA 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 Modesto, CA
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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