Sales Associate Jobs in Ocean Springs, MS

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 Associate - PT

  • Keesler AFB, MS (9 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Keesler AFB, MS (9 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 hour ago

Our Sales Associates embody GNC's "Live Well" philosophy--living strong, living long, and living fit....

Sleep Sales Representative

  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 8 hours ago

Essential Sales Duties and Responsibilities: Market VieMed's OSA and Sleep program to potential and existing referral sources Develop sales territory action plans and call strategies to maintain...

Retail Sales Associate-EDGEWATER MALL

  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 11 hours ago

As a Sales Associate, you will be the face of Bath & Body Works — understanding our customers’ needs and helping them find the best products for themselves and others....

Sales Consultant, Off-Premise - Gulfport, MS

  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 19 hours ago

Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the worlds top...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Diberville, MS (9 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Diberville, MS (9 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 19 hours ago

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, youll have the opportunity to grow your career with a team focused on unlocking your full potential and sales success within one of our retail stores....

Retail Sales Associate - Full-Time

  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 day ago

If you want an exciting job with one of the largest off-price retail stores in the nation, join the Burlington Stores, Inc. as a Retail Sales Associate!...

Sales Associate

  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview The Sales Associate is responsible for sales generation and delivering a positive customer experience....

Sales Associate Sunglass Hut

  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 2 days ago

GENERAL FUNCTION Our Sales Associates are vital to the success of Sunglass Hut....

Senior Retail Sales Associate (Full-Time)

  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 2 days ago

AutoZone's Full-Time Senior Retail Sales Associate drives sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Sales Rep

  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Metro by T-Mobile Sales Representative All in Pay Range includes Base + Commission with average of 15+ an hour Are you ready to work for an AMAZING company with AWESOME benefits! Be a part of...

Part-Time Sales Associate

  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS (8 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago

COMPANY OVERVIEW Journeys is a teen retail leader with an emphasis on footwear and unique specialty items including apparel, backpacks, hats and accessories. With more than 800 stores in all 50 US...

Sales Associate Sunglass Hut

  • Gulfport, MS (24 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS (24 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 3 days ago

GENERAL FUNCTION Our Sales Associates are vital to the success of Sunglass Hut....

Customer Service Representative, Full or Part Time

  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago

associate or cashiering experience High school diploma or equivalent Motivation to advance in your career!...

Retail Associate-2

  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gulfport, MS (18 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago

ABOUT THE POSITION With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual...

Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pascagoula, MS (13 miles from Ocean Springs, MS)
  • 4 days ago

AutoZone's Part-Time Retail Sales Associates drive sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Demographic Data for Ocean Springs, MS

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Ocean Springs, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Ocean Springs, MS 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 Ocean Springs, MS
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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