Sales Associate Jobs in Auburn, ME

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 & Operations Associate/3rd shift (overnight) Flagship Store, Freeport, ME- starting pay $20 -$

  • L. L. Bean, Inc.
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • moments ago
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • moments ago

at L. L. Bean, Inc. in Freeport, Maine, United States Job Description At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging...

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Beverage Sales Rep. - Lewiston, ID

  • Admiral Beverage
  • Lewiston, ME (3 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Lewiston, ME (3 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 3 hours ago

Admiral Beverage believes in investing in its people, business partners, and communities, to continually grow and offer the best products and services in the region. With the strength of a large...

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PT Bakery Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • North Windham, ME (22 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Windham, ME (22 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 504339 Address: USA-ME-North Windham-797 Roosevelt Trail Store Code: Store 08345 Bakery (5150312) Hannaford Supermarkets started out...

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Sales & Operations Associate/3rd shift (overnight) Flagship Store, Freeport, ME- starting pay $20 -$21hr

  • L.L. Bean
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 1 day ago

At L.L.Bean, we believe the outdoors brings out the best in all of us. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging and creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels welcomeboth...

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Erie Home - Outside Sales Representative

  • Falmouth, ME (23 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME (23 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Apply Now 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 Home, a leading...

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PT Produce Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Topsham, ME (15 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Topsham, ME (15 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503363 Address: USA-ME-Topsham-49 Topsham Fair Mall Rd Store Code: Store 08187 Produce/Perishable (5152108) Hannaford Supermarkets...

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Entry Level Sales Representative

  • Esler Companies
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Are you ready to take on an exciting sales role with America's leading window and door company? We're urgently hiring motivated individuals to join Esler Companies - Renewal by Andersen...

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People Business Partner Sr Analyst- Field Sales, Warehouse & Delivery

  • PepsiCo
  • Auburn, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, ME
  • 5 days ago

Overview We are PepsiCo, one of the most iconic and recognized consumer brands around the globe! With net revenues of over $65 billion and almost 300,000 employees worldwide, PepsiCo's approach at...

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PT Deli Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Gray, ME (14 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gray, ME (14 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 7 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503269 Address: USA-ME-Gray-130 Shaker Rd Store Code: Store 08251 Deli (5151047) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh...

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Territory Sales Representative

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Oxford, ME (13 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, ME (13 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 7 days ago

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FT Produce Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Falmouth, ME (23 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME (23 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 477607 Address: USA-ME-Falmouth-65 Gray Road Store Code: Store 08222 Produce/Perishable (5152119) Hannaford Supermarkets started out...

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Senior Account Sales Representative

  • Spectrum
  • Lewiston, ME (3 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lewiston, ME (3 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Sells products and services to customers in assigned non-bulk multi-dwelling units (MDU) areas/properties with 50+ doors through door-to-door solicitation, lobby events and by building strong...

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Sales Development Representative Team Leader (French Speaking) 12 months FTC

  • Deliveroo
  • Manchester, ME (24 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Manchester, ME (24 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Sales Development Representative Team Leader (French Speaking) - 12 months FTC Job ID: R22150 Commercial Manchester - Main Office Ready to apply? Get started with your online application Apply now...

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SAP Solution Architect (Pre-Sales Consultant)

  • SoftServe
  • Poland, ME (8 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 12 days ago
  • Poland, ME (8 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 12 days ago

SoftServe is people-first. People who build a global IT company and make it grow. Together we advise, drive innovation, and develop people's talent within the USA, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

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PT Produce Sales Associate

  • Hannaford
  • Turner, ME (12 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 15 days ago
  • Turner, ME (12 miles from Auburn, ME)
  • 15 days ago

at Hannaford in Turner, Maine, United States Job Description Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 501170 USA Store Code: Store 08428 Produce/Perishable (5152243)...

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Demographic Data for Auburn, ME

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Auburn, ME

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Auburn, ME 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 Auburn, ME
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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