Sales Associate Jobs in Portland, 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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Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Scarborough, ME (6 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 14 days ago
  • Scarborough, ME (6 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 14 days ago

May provide support to the following locations as needed: 550 Gallery Boulevard, Suite A, Scarborough, ME 04074 365 Maine Mall Road, South Portland, ME 04106 200 Running Hill Road, Unit 9, South...

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Territory Sales Representative

  • LeafHome
  • Portland, ME
  • 16 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 16 days ago

Entry Level Sales Representative: Job Summary: Are you financially happy in your current role? Does your current position have opportunities for growth and a rewarding career? If you need to make...

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Mortgage Business Development Specialist

  • M&T Bank
  • Portland, ME
  • 5 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 5 hours ago

The Retail Mortgage Business Development Specialist is an infield, relationshipdriven role designed to expand residential mortgage opportunities through the Retail Bank branch network. This...

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FT Deli Sales Associate

  • Hannaford - PROD
  • Portland, ME
  • 13 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 13 hours ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 495853 Address: USA-VT-Enosburg Falls-71 Jay View Drive Store Code: Store 08308 Management (7245163) Hannaford Supermarkets started...

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PT Deli Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Standish, ME (16 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Standish, ME (16 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 17 hours ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 504644 Address: USA-ME-Standish-111 Ossipee Trail Store Code: Store 08349 Deli (5151096) Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a...

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PT Bakery Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • North Windham, ME (11 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 17 hours ago
  • North Windham, ME (11 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 17 hours 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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Private Client Advisor

  • KeyBank
  • Saco, ME (13 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saco, ME (13 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 1 day ago

Location: 2 Scammon Street, Saco Maine Job Summary The Private Client Advisor's focus will be on our Mass Affluent client base with planning and financial wellness as the basis of their...

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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 Portland, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, ME (16 miles from Portland, 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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Parts Sales Representative (Cox Fleet)

  • Cox Enterprises
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 2 days ago

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Sales Operations Group Job Profile Parts Sales Representative - CAI Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Can work remotely but...

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Erie Home - Outside Sales Representative

  • Falmouth, ME (6 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Falmouth, ME (6 miles from Portland, 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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BDC Sales Representative

  • Bill Dodge Auto Group
  • Westbrook, ME (5 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME (5 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 2 days ago

Bill Dodge Auto Group is seeking a motivated and customer-focused BDC Sales Representative to join our team in Westbrook, Maine. This role is responsible for managing online customer inquiries,...

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Entry Level Sales Representative

  • Esler Companies
  • Saco, ME (13 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saco, ME (13 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 3 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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Sales Associate LensCrafters

  • FGXI Corporate
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 4 days ago

The role of Sales Associate helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs in your community....

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PT Produce Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 4 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503886 Address: USA-ME-South Portland-50 Cottage Road Store Code: Store 08279 Produce/Perishable (5152147) Hannaford Supermarkets...

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FT Produce Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 5 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (3 miles from Portland, ME)
  • 5 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 503709 Address: USA-ME-South Portland-50 Cottage Road Store Code: Store 08279 Produce/Perishable (5152147) Hannaford Supermarkets...

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Demographic Data for Portland, ME

Moving to Portland, ME? Find some basic demographic data about Portland, ME below.


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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Portland, ME

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Portland, 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 Portland, 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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