Sales Associate Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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 Representative (Countertop)

  • Polk City, IA (21 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Polk City, IA (21 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 29 days ago

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 assigned geographic territory....

Rental Sales Agent - PT

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

$13.50/hour Unlimited Commission - Average FT Earnings is $56,160/year Shift Premium may Apply Immediately hiring! We are now seeking passionate, energetic and motivated people, like you, to join...

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 26 days ago

Inizio Engage is proud to partner with Tonix Pharmaceuticals and are seeking a team of Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representatives who are performance-driven, proven, and ambitious sales...

Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Inizio Engage has a partnership with a leading Biotechnology, across Commercial, Patient Solutions and Medical Affairs businesses. We are seeking a performance driven Pharmaceutical Field Sales...

Construction Sales Representative

  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Close More Deals | Earn More Money | $125,000 - $250,000 Annually Are you looking for a proven sales process, career growth, and unlimited earning potential? At Erie...

In Home Sales Representative

  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clive, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Close More Deals | Earn More Money | $125,000 - $250,000 Annually Are you looking for a proven sales process, career growth, and unlimited earning potential? At Erie...

Retail Sales Associate, Full Time - Outlets of Des Moines

  • Altoona, IA (19 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Altoona, IA (19 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 3 hours ago

About the Role In this role, you will engage and connect with our customers by providing excellent customer service. You will be an expert in product and use this expertise to educate, inform,...

Retail Sales Associate - Jordan Creek

  • WDM, IA
  • 3 hours ago
  • WDM, IA
  • 3 hours ago

About the Role In this role, you will engage and connect with our customers by providing excellent customer service. You will be an expert in product and use this expertise to educate, inform,...

Stylist - Retail Sales Associate - Jordan Creek T/C

  • WDM, IA
  • 3 hours ago
  • WDM, IA
  • 3 hours ago

About the Role As a Banana Republic stylist, you will help create aspirational and on trend looks that enhance the customer's emotional connection to the brand. You will be an expert on styling...

SAP Business Development Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Description We Are: NaviSite, part of Accenture, has evolved to become a trusted digital transformation partner for growing and established global brands. We provide global capabilities,...

Executive Team Leader Specialty Sales (Assistant Manager Merchandising and Service) - Des Moines, IA

  • Urbandale, IA (11 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Urbandale, IA (11 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Part Time Sales Floor Team Member

  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago

At Fleet Farm, providing the best customer service is our priority. If you are friendly, self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented person, this role is for you! The Sales Team Member will...

Sales Team Member

  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Waukee, IA (9 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago

At Fleet Farm, providing the best customer service is our priority. If you are friendly, self-motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented person, this role is for you! The Sales Team Member will...

Technical Sales Representative

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 hours ago

At Sentry Equipment & Sentry Equipment & Erectors, LLC, a subsidiary of ProMach's Systems business, we have a longstanding reputation in the industries we serve. We offer an extensive portfolio of...

Product Consultant

  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (12 miles from West Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 hours ago

Company :** Highmark Health **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** Highmark is seeking a Product Consultant to provide end-to-end product administration, ensuring both current and new products are...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in West Des Moines, IA 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 West Des Moines, IA
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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