Sales Associate Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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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Outside Sales Representative

  • Waste Connections
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Waste Connections is looking for an Outside Sales Representative to support the greater Cape Girardeau Area in Commercial and Roll Off Waste Sales! Starting salary of $50k + Commission...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Cape Electrical Supply
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 16 hours ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 16 hours ago

Make a difference. Overview: Sells company products or services in assigned area or territory (Would include utility, industrial, etc.) Must learn, promote, and provide technical support for...

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Sales Representative (Cape Girardeau, MO) AM

  • Performance Food Group
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 17 hours ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

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Outside Sales Representative (Former Athletes Encouraged to Apply)

  • Altitude Development Group
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 1 day ago

First Job Previous Job 210 of 4,178 Next Job Last Job Share More Like This Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $62k - $139k Per Year Outside Sales Representative (Former Athletes...

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Outside Sales Representative Base ($31.5K - 40k) + Commission: OTE Ranging from $65.1K - $73.6K Yearly

  • Wisper Internet
  • Perryville, MO (19 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Perryville, MO (19 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 12 days ago

Imagine a career where your energy fuels connection and your drive builds bridges. At Wisper ISP, we're not just providing internet; we're linking communities and we're looking for a dynamic...

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Independent Sales Representative-NW Missouri/NE Kansas

  • Stine Seed Company
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Jackson, MO (7 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 13 days ago

Job Details Job Title: Independent Sales Representative-NW Missouri/NE Kansas Location: Hybrid/Partial Remote, Buchanan, Clay, Jackson counties MO/Doniphan, Atchison, Jefferson counties KS, KS,MO,...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Rush Enterprises
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 16 days ago
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 16 days ago

The Aftermarket Sales Representative solicit parts and service business from accounts through personal and phone contacts. The representative will develop new accounts, recover lost accounts, and...

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Sales Associate - Spencer's

  • Spencer Gifts, LLC
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 20 days ago

The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standard....

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Compact Construction Equipment Sales Rep- Cape Girardeau Area

  • Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: SNP Scott City - Scott City, MO 63780Position Type: Full Time The CCE Salesperson is responsible for selling new and used Compact Construction Equipment and related...

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Inside Sales Representative- Cape Girardeau, MO - (Onsite)

  • WOODGRAIN Inc.
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Inside Sales Representative- Cape Girardeau, MO - (Onsite) Posting Start Date: 4/20/26 Division: Distribution Posting Area: Sales Job Location: Cape Girardeau, MO Looking for stability?...

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Sales Representative - Uniform

  • Cintas
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Requisition Number: 224260 Job Description Are you ready to launch your career in sales and be another reason Cintas, a growing Fortune 500 company, has been named to both FORTUNE's World's Most...

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Sales Associate - Spirit

  • Spirit Halloween
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 45+ days ago

The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standards....

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Returning Sales Associate - Spirit

  • Spirit Halloween
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 45+ days ago

The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standards....

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Customer Sales Advisor - Cape Girardeau, MO

  • The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Associate, Parts specialist, Sales and Service Specialist...

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Parts Sales Rep - Scott City

  • Sydenstricker Nobbe Partners
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Scott City, MO (13 miles from Cape Girardeau, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: SNP Scott City - Scott City, MO 63780Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Shift: DayJob Category: RetailDepartment: Parts...

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Demographic Data for Cape Girardeau, MO

Moving to Cape Girardeau, MO? Find some basic demographic data about Cape Girardeau, MO below.


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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Cape Girardeau, MO

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Cape Girardeau, MO 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 Cape Girardeau, MO
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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