Sales Associate Jobs in Maine

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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Seasonal Sales Associate

  • Under Armour
  • Kittery, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Kittery, ME
  • 1 day ago

As a Seasonal Sales Associate, youll deliver exceptional customer service, drive sales, and help keep the store clean and organized....

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Sleep Expert - Sales

  • Mattress Firm
  • Scarborough, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Scarborough, 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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Parts Counter Sales

  • United Construction and Forestry
  • New Canada, ME
  • 7 hours ago
  • New Canada, ME
  • 7 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description Who We Are United Construction & Forestry is a John Deere Dealership with multiple locations across the Northeast. We service customers in a variety of industries...

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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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Retail Sales Representative - $20/hr, Commission + Incentives

  • Spectrum
  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 hours ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 13 hours ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $20.00 along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $24.50/hour or $50,960 annually. Top performers in...

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Pharma Field Sales - Cardiometabolic Care Specialist I - Ecosystem - Portland Maine

  • Novo Nordisk
  • North New Portland, ME
  • 14 hours ago
  • North New Portland, ME
  • 14 hours ago

About the Department The Cardiometabolic Care Sales Team is at the forefront of US sales efforts for Novo Nordisks robust cardiometabolic product portfolio, which includes world-class therapies...

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PT Deli Sales Associate

  • Hannaford Bros Co
  • Standish, ME
  • 17 hours ago
  • Standish, 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • North Windham, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Saco, 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...

Hybrid

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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Computed Tomography Sales Consultant - Radiology - Rochester, NY

  • Bayer Inc.
  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 1 day ago

Computed Tomography Sales Consultant - Radiology - Rochester, NY PURPOSE The Computed Tomography Sales Consultant is responsible for driving revenue growth and market share for Bayer's computed...

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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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Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Maine

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Maine 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 Maine
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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