Sales Associate Jobs in Washington Navy Yard, DC

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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AG Floors

In - Home Flooring Sales Consultant

  • AG Floors
  • Rockville, MD (11 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • AG Floors
  • Rockville, MD (11 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 5 days ago

Join the AG Floors Team! Position: In - Home Flooring Sales Consultant Location: Washington, DC Metro Area About Us: At AG Floors, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional flooring solutions...

Green Sector Energy Auditor & Sales (Hybrid)

  • Arlington, VA (2 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (2 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 days ago

Green Energy Sector - Energy Auditor & Sales Opportunity! Summary Home Energy Medics (HEM) is a well-respected TURN-KEY home performance company based in Arlington, VA! Our team is comprised of...

Outside Sales Representative

  • North Brentwood, MD (5 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 10 days ago
  • North Brentwood, MD (5 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 10 days ago

Were looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by Brad...

Sales Associate

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 5 days ago

Our typical 45-day work week offers our Retail Sales Associates the opportunity to work between 40 and 55 hours a week....

Sales Representative (Countertop)

  • Jessup, MD (21 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jessup, MD (21 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 12 days ago

(Industry Experience Required) Summary: The sales representative is responsible to grow and develop the sales and margins of MSIs countertop products with fabricators and K&Bs located within an...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Oxon Hill, MD (6 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Oxon Hill, MD (6 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 13 days ago

At Safe Haven Security, we are more than just a home security company! We are a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our customers and our...

Sales Associate, Service

  • Lanham, MD (10 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lanham, MD (10 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 1 hour ago

Sales Associate, Service responsible for territory sales, margin growth & customer satisfaction for all customers covering Landham, MD On a typical day you will: Prospect, build, and maintain customer...

Retail Sales Associate - Part-Time

  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 3 hours ago

If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retail stores in the nation, join the Burlington Stores, Inc. as a Retail Sales Associate!...

Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate - MAC, Tysons Corner Center - Part Time

  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (7 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Be part of an amazing story Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores....

Sales Associate

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Purpose The main responsibility of a sales associate is to serve the customer needs....

Full Time Sales Associate

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and...

Medical Sales Representative - Washington DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 hours ago

Overview What to Expect: We are seeking a highly motivated and pro-active Medical Sales Representative to join our team. As a Medical Sales Representative, you will meet with licensed healthcare...

Retail Sales Associate Lodge

  • Dale City, VA (24 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dale City, VA (24 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Counter Sales Representative

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Washington Navy Yard, DC)
  • 14 hours ago

Counter Inside Sales Representative Drive Customer Success in Home Services! Are you a highly motivated and customer-focused professional with experience in the home service industry, eager to...

Sales Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Sales in Sport Business
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During this three-week course, youll understand the importance of customer relationship management and how this can help create customer loyalty and improve retention. Youll learn how to build a...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Washington Navy Yard, DC

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Washington Navy Yard, DC 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 Washington Navy Yard, DC
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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