Sales Associate Jobs in Mississippi

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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LGG Industrial

Customer Sales and Service Rep

LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...

SALES ASSOCIATE LEAD-FT - 21 and older only

  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour 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...

SALES ASSOCIATE LEAD-PT - 21 and older only

  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour 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...

Sales Associate

  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 1 hour 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...

Pharmacy Sales Associate

  • Guntown, MS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Guntown, MS
  • 8 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $14 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Ripley, MS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ripley, MS
  • 8 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $14 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Retail Associate

  • Thaxton, MS
  • 8 hours ago
  • Thaxton, MS
  • 8 hours ago

Hourly Wage: $14 - $27 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Customer Service Representative

  • Brandon, MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 18 hours ago

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

LeafFilter - Outside Sales Representative - Jackson

  • Jackson, MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 18 hours ago

LeafFilter Gutters and Gutter protection No cold calling- no sweepstake giveaway- real people confirming your leads. Are you tired of cold calling looking for new business? Tired of the constant...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Starkville, MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 18 hours ago

As a full-time Verizon Retail Sales Associate, you'll 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....

Insurance Sales Agent/Sales Representative

  • Jackson, MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 18 hours ago

What We Offer: No cold calling involved Uncapped commission potential Lucrative bonus opportunities including performance-based bonuses and sales competitions Continuous on-going training and...

Sales Associate/Stock - Gulfport, MS

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 19 hours ago

Job Summary: Sales Associate - This is our entry level management position, which will allow you to learn our business, while giving you the skills to operate one of our stores....

Treasury Management Sales Associate II

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 19 hours ago

What The Role Is: As a Sales Associate within Cadence Bank Treasury Management, the individual's primary role will be to support the Sales Officers in the team in terms of client related matters....

Sales Representative

  • Jackson, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 19 hours ago

Call Center Sales Business Development / Appointment Setter Collections / Customer Retention Server / Bartender Related Sales Experience Any keyword: Sales, Sales Representative, Sales Rep, Sales Associate...

Sales Representative

  • Oxford, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 19 hours ago

Gallo Privacy Policy Why Gallo? With a global portfolio of over 100 unique wine and spirits brands, we are the largest family-owned winery in the world. Apply Today! Our Brands. Your Future. This...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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