Sales Associate Jobs in Columbus, GA

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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Sales Development Representative II

  • FedEx
  • Columbus, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Job Description Summary: As a member of a sales team, the sales development rep is responsible for prospecting net new business, within a defined geographic territory in the small and medium...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Columbus, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Job Description What is a Salesperson? Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems,...

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Sales Support Rep

  • RNDC
  • Columbus, GA (15 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA (15 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nations largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our...

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Pharmacy Sales Associate

  • Walmart
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago

Hourly Wage: $14 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Sales Associate - Military Clothing

  • The EXCHANGE
  • Fort Benning, GA (12 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Benning, GA (12 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Sales Associate - Military Clothing United States - Georgia - Fort Benning Regular Part Time Job Description As a Customer Experience Associate at Military Clothing, you'll be responsible for helping...

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Institutional & Specialty Sales Consultant - Stroke/Thrombosis - Columbus, GA

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Columbus, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 5 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where,Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

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Sales Rep - Weekly Pay - Part Time

  • Vector Marketing
  • Columbus, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 6 days ago

Vector Marketing is looking to fill part-time sales positions right away. Request an interview today and start work within the week. What are the position details? Our reps sell Cutco products...

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Sales Associate

  • Aaron's
  • Columbus, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 7 days ago

Sales Associate The salary range for this role is $12.00 to $12.75 per hour. This position is also eligible for incentive pay based on performance. Sales Associates keep people smiling at Aaron’s....

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Brokerage Client Service Associate - Columbus or Atlanta, Georgia

  • Truist
  • Columbus, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 9 days ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

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Remote Inbound Sales Representative

  • MCI Military Recruitment
  • Columbus, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 9 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW: MCI is one of the fastest-growing tech-enabled business services companies in the USA, with a strong call center footprint and operations that extend across multiple countries....

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Sales Associate

  • Talbots
  • Columbus, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 10 days ago

Sales Associate Talbots - 3.6 Columbus, GA Job Details Part-time 20 hours ago Benefits Store discount Referral program Qualifications Customer communication Full Job Description About us Talbots is...

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Field Sales Consultant - Exteriors, Columbus, GA

  • The Home Depot
  • Columbus, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 11 days ago

A Home Services Sales Consultant is responsible for selling the Company's exterior and interior products and services to customers. The Sales Consultant's primary responsibility is outside sales...

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Sales Associate

  • KnitWell Group
  • Columbus, GA (16 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, GA (16 miles from Columbus, GA)
  • 12 days ago

About us Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and...

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Sales Representative - Future Opportunities

  • Sleep Number Corporation
  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago

Sleep Number is the leader in personalized sleep wellness. Backed by almost 40 years of innovation, Sleep Number has helped more than16 million peopleachieve their best sleep. We are guided by our...

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Sales Consultant (Columbus, Ga)

  • TruTeam
  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago

About Your Future with TruTeam Are you looking for a career with an industry leader that drives the future of energy-efficient insulation and building material products? Is being part of a company...

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Demographic Data for Columbus, GA

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Columbus, GA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Columbus, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
High School or GED
19.0%
Master's Degree
11.8%
Associate's Degree
9.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some High School
1.8%
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 Columbus, GA
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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