Sales Associate Jobs in Connecticut

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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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant - Westport

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime from home to home, generation to...

Sales Representative

  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 10 days ago

Job Description: Position Details: Sales territory will cover all areas of Fairfield county CT, and parts boarding West Chester county, NY. Commission based pay structure includes uncapped...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • moments ago
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • moments ago

10222589 Old Forge Road, Rocky Hill, Connecticut 06067 TruGreen accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Job Description TruGreen Neighborhood Lawn Territory Sales Representative Every TruGreen...

Retail Sales Associate - $20.00 per hour

  • Newtown, CT
  • moments ago
  • Newtown, CT
  • moments ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $20.00 along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $25.40/hour or $52,832.00 annually. Top performers in...

Part-Time Sales Associate

  • Norwalk, CT
  • moments ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • moments ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Enfield, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Enfield, CT
  • 1 hour ago

Sales Associates provide exceptional customer service with our customers needs in mind. Youll help customers find products, provide solutions, and handle returns or online pickups....

Sales Rep Outside Foodservice Fairfield County - CT

  • Fairfield, CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 1 hour ago

Job Description: The Area Manager position will perform the following duties: Manages a geographical sales territory ensuring that independent and regional account business is developed and...

Retail Sales Associate -Textiles (Part-Time)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago

Why we will love you A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and...

Outside Sales Representative

  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago

Who We Are! Sales Focus Inc., the sales outsourcing pioneer, is looking to hire full-time Outside Sales Representatives on behalf of our client Constellation Energy. SFI pioneered the sales...

Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 2 hours ago

Why we will love you A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and...

In-Home Sales Consultant

  • Milford, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 3 hours ago

Connecticut | $150K+ Realistic Earnings | Company Vehicle Provided Join one of Connecticuts top-rated residential painting companies! Were looking for a driven, personable, and seasoned sales pro...

Salesperson

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 7 hours 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

  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 7 hours ago

TJ Maxx At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Sales Consultant

  • Meriden, CT
  • 7 hours ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 7 hours ago

50% Flexible schedule may include evening and weekend hours as required by job demand. Physical Requirements Able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted to load and unload various products. Work is performed...

Demographic Data for Connecticut

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Connecticut

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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