Sales Associate Jobs in Michigan

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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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant- MI Grand Rapids Breton Road

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime - from home to home, generation to...

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Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $55000.00 - $75000.00 Job Category: Sales - Inside/Call Center Description Apply Today - Training Classes Begin July 2026! Are you ready to launch a rewarding...

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DESIGN WITHIN REACH

Sales Assistant - Birmingham

Why join us? At Design Within Reach, home comes first. We believe in creating and sourcing pieces that move with you and are meant to be enjoyed over a lifetime - from home to home, generation to...

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Rental Sales Representative

  • Ryder System
  • Taylor, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Taylor, MI
  • 3 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : The Rental Sales Representative is responsible for acting as the front line sales agent for the rental...

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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Firm
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Saginaw, MI
  • 2 days ago

Employee will support stores in the following locations: Saginaw, MI; Bay City, MI IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Internal applicants MUST apply to the internal job posting through...

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Inside Sales Representative - Plastics

  • Alro Steel Corp
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Alro Plastics is currently seeking an Inside Sales Representative to join our team in Grand Rapids, MI. Join the Alro team and start building your tomorrow! Whether you are a recent...

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In-Home HVAC Sales Representative

  • Andy's Statewide Heating & Air Conditioning
  • Wyandotte, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Wyandotte, MI
  • 17 days ago

Company Name: Andy's Statewide Heating & Air Conditioning Overview: Pay: $100K $200K+ annually based on performance* (average compensation range of top performers) Compensation: Commission-based...

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Healthcare Sales Rep

  • ChenMed
  • Southfield, MI
  • 21 days ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 21 days ago

Were unique. You should be, too. Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the...

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Sales Associate / Design Consultant - Full Time

  • Arhaus
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 3 hours ago

Arhaus was founded in 1986 on a simple idea: Furniture and décor should be sustainably sourced, lovingly made, and built to last. Today, we partner with artisans around the world who share our...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Westland, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Westland, MI
  • 4 hours ago

What is a Salesperson? Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems, basic...

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Wireless Sales Representative

  • Connectivity Source
  • Fremont, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fremont, MI
  • 4 hours ago

MAKE EVERYDAY RIDICULOUSLY AMAZING. AVERAGE ALL IN PAY RANGE WITH BONUSES AND SPIFFS $19 TO $23 PER HOUR NEW HIRE BONUS RAMP UP STRUCTURE!! WHO is this FOR? All new hires for MOBILE ASSOCIATE AND...

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Seasonal Sales Associate

  • Trek Bicycle
  • Walled Lake, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Walled Lake, MI
  • 4 hours ago

Achieve individual monthly and annual sales targets of at least $400,000 annually for full-time Sales Associates. Learn about bikes, components, apparel, and technology....

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Outside Sales Representative (334)

  • ABC Supply
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 hours ago

ABC Supply, the nations largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building products, is looking for talented, enthusiastic sales professionals who love to build relationships, promote...

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Inside Sales Representative (334)

  • ABC Supply
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 hours ago

At ABC Supply, Inside Sales Associates provide unparalleled service as they help customers purchase the products they need to complete roofing, building, and remodeling projects....

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Wealth Management Sales Assistant

  • Independent Bank
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 4 hours ago

Be Proud, Be YOU, Be Independent! Are you an experienced Financial Services professional looking to progress in your career? If so, we need you! At Independent Bank we promote a culture that...

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Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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