Sales Associate Jobs in District of 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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Franchise Sales Associate

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

Franchise Sales Associate Who are we looking for?...

Associate Sales Representative, Acute Care (Washington, DC Territory)

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. Youll feel...

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Private Client Advisor - Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago

Location: Washington, US-DC Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Private Client Advisor - Washington, DC At J.P. Morgan Chase, we have an enthusiasm for helping our...

Inside Sales Representative

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 hours ago

Inside Sales Representative (Field) Summary This field based Inside Sales Representative generates and increases competitive inventory stocking levels for NAPA stores, assisting in the execution...

Now hiring Partime sales associates

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day 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...

Leasing Agent - Sales

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Leasing Specialist Sales Washington DC Pay From: $23 per hour MUST: The Leasing Specialist must have the following: Sales oriented with strong customer service support experience People person...

Business Development Representative

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

About the team The Aryeo team is part of Zillow Group and is building the leading software platform for real estate media companies. We empower thousands of real estate photographers and media...

Retail Sales Associate, Metro Center - Downtown - Full Time

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview As a Retail Sales Associate, also known as a Generalist colleague, you are an integral part of bringing the Macy's magic, and the Macy's shopper is your highest priority....

Business Development Representative

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Genesys empowers organizations of all sizes to improve loyalty and business outcomes by creating the best experiences for their customers and employees. Through Genesys Cloud, the AI-powered...

Remote Work

Direct Sales Consultant

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

About the Business: LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Government vertical, our solutions assist government agencies and law enforcement to...

Sales Representative Part Time Work from Home

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days 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

Inside Sales Representative - Public Sector - Hybrid Remote

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Inside Sales Representative - Public Sector Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. The world's leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to...

Remote Work

Construction Estimator- Salesperson

  • DC
  • 3 days ago
  • DC
  • 3 days ago

We are a growing construction firm specializing in kitchen and bath remodeling. We are looking for a high-energy, organized self-starter to be a construction estimator and project manager --...

Sales Support Specialist

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

About Waterworks When you see the worlds most inspiring homes and hotels, you invariably find Waterworks in the mix. For over 40 years, our designs have elevated the bath and kitchen experience,...

PT Sales Associate : Malbon Golf

  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Show more Last updated: 30+ days ago Promoted 303 - Sales Associate - Sales Associate Forman Mills Temple Hills, MD, US Full-time As one of America's fastest-growing regional retail companies, Forman...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in District of Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in District of 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 District of 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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