Sales Associate Jobs in Oxford, 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 in BRUCE, MS S17589

  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in RANDOLPH, MS S21333

  • Randolph, MS (20 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Randolph, MS (20 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in WATER VALLEY, MS S22137

  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT - 21 and older only - in BRUCE, MS S25652

  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 3 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Control State Sales Rep

  • Oxford, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 7 days ago

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nations largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our...

Sales Representative - N. Mississippi - Patient Care/Handling

  • Oxford, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 9 days ago

Work Flexibility: Field-based Sales Representative - Patient Care/Handling Who we want Hard-working winners. Confident, competitive and results-oriented salespeople who create a track record of...

Customer Service Representative

  • Oxford, MS
  • 9 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 9 days ago

[]The Customer Service Representative (CSR) is responsible for directly servicing the needs of the MaxxSouth residential customers with general information, billing, and promoting and selling...

Merchandising Sales Associate

  • Oxford, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 11 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Field Activity Support Team (FAST) Team Member is responsible for traveling to stores within an assigned district to own and execute start to finish variable tasks such as...

Cashier/Sales Associate - Morning 2025-242169

  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 12 days ago

Cashier/Sales Associate - Morning and MiddayRequisition ID2025-242169 BrandE-Z Mart Position TypeFull-Time Location : Address 231 Frostland DriveOverviewJoin our dynamic team!...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Oxford, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 13 days ago

HIRING IMMEDIATELY - RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATES! TOP WRITERS MAKE OVER $100,000!! Ashley HomeStore is hiring energetic and friendly professionals to serve as Retail Sales Associates....

Outside Sales Representative/2025-18419/Oxford

  • Oxford, MS
  • 15 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 15 days ago

Overview**Since 1920, people know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse...

Sales Representative, Life Insurance

  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Bruce, MS (23 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 15 days ago

Location(s) Bruce, Mississippi **Details** _Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive...

Cashier/Sales Associate - Morning and Midday

  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 16 days ago
  • Water Valley, MS (16 miles from Oxford, MS)
  • 16 days ago

Overview Join our dynamic team! We're not just a stop along the road; we're a community hub where customers find more than just snacks and fuel. They find smiling faces, helpful service, and a...

Salesperson/Store Driver Store 6232

  • Oxford, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 30+ days ago

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender...

Retail Sales Associate Full Time

  • Oxford, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Retail Sales Associate Full Time About Life at PetSmart At PetSmart, we're more than just a company obsessed with pets; we're obsessed with our people too....

Demographic Data for Oxford, MS

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Oxford, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Oxford, MS offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
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 Oxford, 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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