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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Harvest Solar

Solar Sales Consultant - Eastern Michigan

Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy...

Harvest Solar

Technical Sales Consultant - Michigan

Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy...

Authentic Kitchen & Design

Kitchen Designer

At Authentic Kitchen & Design, we believe that a beautiful home is about more than aesthetics—it’s about changing the way people live. As an award-winning and growing kitchen design and cabinet...

Territory Sales Representative

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 2 days ago

Territory 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...

Sales Associate - PT

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Sales Associated must be at least 18 years of age....

Sales Representative Inside

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago

Sales Representative Inside At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to make sales calls on assigned groups of customers via telephone,...

Outside Sales Representative (HVAC)

  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Company Name: Andy's Statewide Heating & Air Conditioning Overview: Pay: Pay: $100k - $200k+ annually based on performance* (average compensation range of top performers) Full-time, year-round...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Closing

  • Allen Park, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Allen Park, MI
  • 8 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

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...

Outside Sales Representative

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 9 hours 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 Footwear

  • Grandville, MI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Grandville, MI
  • 9 hours ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Field Sales Account Representative

  • Flint, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Flint, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Work Location Type: Onsite About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

Sales Representative - Redistribution (Eastern MI )

  • Fenton, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fenton, MI
  • 10 hours ago

As a Sales Representative for Bunzl Distribution, you will be accountable for meeting and exceeding sales targets while supporting our Redistribution segment in the Eastern Michigan territory. You...

Retail Sales Associate - Home Decor

  • Canton, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 11 hours ago

Why we will love you You believe a better life at work equals a better life. Join our team to start a better life for yourself. What you'll be doing day to day • Assisting customers and providing...

Agronomy Sales Rep (Western Michigan)

  • Carson City, MI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Carson City, MI
  • 11 hours ago

The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including...

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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
47.3%
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 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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