Sales Associate Jobs in Decatur, IL

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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Outside Sales Representative (No Sales Experience Necessary)

  • Findlay, IL (24 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Findlay, IL (24 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Ready to jump-start your career and take charge of your earning potential? At Platinum Supplemental Insurance, were looking for motivated individuals ready to learn, grow, and thrive in a...

Outside Sales Representative (Training Provided)

  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Ready to jump-start your career and take charge of your earning potential? At Platinum Supplemental Insurance, were looking for motivated individuals ready to learn, grow, and thrive in a...

Territory Sales Representative - Champaign, IL

  • Forsyth, IL (7 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Forsyth, IL (7 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 1 day ago

This position is responsible for increasing top line sales and profit through key, targeted Menards stores within an assigned territory. The territory consists of 3-5 Menards stores and supporting...

Route DSD Sales Representative

  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 1 day ago

Key Benefits: Commission Base with base of $60,000 Annually Full-time position, with benefits package (medical, dental and vision insurance) $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus Primary Responsibilities...

Senior Retail Sales Associate (Full-Time)

  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago

AutoZone's Full-Time Senior Retail Sales Associate drives sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Build $20,000/Month in Residuals Sales Reps Wanted (Remote)

  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago

At 123Websites, we dont just pay you a commission we help you build a passive income stream that can pay you $20,000+ per month, and you get paid every single week. Earn 50% of every client's...

Remote Work

Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Opening

  • Latham, IL (14 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Latham, IL (14 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Wireless Retail Sales Associate - W1690

  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 days ago

Overview Ready to unlock unlimited earning potential? You will have unlimited earning potential with $15/hour base pay and uncapped commission! Employees earn $18/hour just hitting minimum...

Sales/SR Sales Representative, Pets - Champaign, IL

  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 6 days ago

Compensation Data** This position offers a base salary typically between $61,000 and $127,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus and or other...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in DECATUR, IL S14924

  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT in BUFFALO, IL S21139

  • Buffalo, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT in ASSUMPTION, IL S20468

  • Assumption, IL (21 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Assumption, IL (21 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in DECATUR, IL S02721

  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in CLINTON, IL S25067

  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Clinton, IL (22 miles from Decatur, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

SALES ASSOCIATE in DECATUR, IL S04887

  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 7 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers....

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Decatur, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Decatur, IL 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 Decatur, IL
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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