Sales Associate Jobs in Riverhead, NY

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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Solar Sales - Queens & the Bronx, NY

  • Momentum Solar - New York
  • Brookhaven, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 19 days ago
  • Brookhaven, NY (17 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 19 days ago

Queens & the Bronx, NY Solar Sales Consultant Paid Training | No Solar Experience Required Expected First-Year Income Potential: $175,000 - $400,000+ 8 10 Weekly Pre-Set Appointments Provided No...

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Sales Associate

  • The Vitamin Shoppe
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 18 hours ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 18 hours ago

Overview The Vitamin Shoppe is looking for a Part-Time Health Enthusiast. If youre passionate about health and wellnessand interested in becoming incredibly knowledgeable about the latest and...

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Yankee Candle - Sales Associate - Part Time (Riverhead, NY)

  • Newell Brands
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job ID: 15167 Alternate Locations: Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid, Sharpie and Yankee Candle - and...

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Sales Consultant

  • Mattress Warehouse
  • Shirley, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Shirley, NY (15 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Mattress Warehouse is growing! About us:At Mattress Warehouse, we empower our associates to shape their careers and make a meaningful impact every day. As one of the largest and fastest-growing...

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Seasonal Sales Associate - Tanger Outlets Riverhead

  • Brooks Brothers
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 4 days ago

OverviewOur Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission....

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Sales Associate - Tanger Outlets Riverhead

  • Brooks Brothers
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 4 days ago

OverviewOur Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission....

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Territory Sales Lead - W5202/W5295/W2286

  • OSL Retail
  • Centereach, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Centereach, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Territory Sales Lead OSL Retail Services is a dynamic, people-driven organization, providing outsourced sales services for North America's Fortune 500 giants. We're all about fostering a...

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Outside Sales Representative - Waterworks

  • Ferguson
  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Medford, NY (18 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to...

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Meat Sales Associate

  • BJ's Wholesale Club
  • East Setauket, NY (24 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Setauket, NY (24 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 8 days ago

A World-Class Team BJs Wholesale Club is powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems or shaping strategy, your work...

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Returning Sales Associate - Spirit

  • Spirit Halloween
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 9 days ago

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

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Vehicle Sales Representative $3,000 Sign-on Bonus

  • Ryder System Inc.
  • Holbrook, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY (23 miles from Riverhead, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here ( ). Job Description : START ON A CAREER PATH WITH A COMPANY THAT HAS A FUTURE At Ryder, our most important competitive...

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Sales Associate - Riverhead II

  • Pacsun
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 13 days ago

The Sales Associate is also responsible for executing initiatives and tasks as assigned by the leadership team....

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Sales Associate - Spirit

  • Spencer Gifts, LLC
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 13 days ago

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

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Sales Associate

  • KnitWell Group
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 14 days ago

About us Talbots is a leading omni-channel specialty retailer of women's clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, we are known for modern classic style that's both timeless and...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 15 days ago

What is a Salesperson? Entry level sales position capable of supporting the DIY business and achieve our sales and service objectives. The role has good knowledge of store systems, basic...

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Demographic Data for Riverhead, NY

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Sales Associate Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Dynamics 365: Customer Engagement for Sales
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Sales and Advertising Ethics in the Fashion Industry
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Entrepreneurial Sales
This course outlines the practical and tactical ins and outs of how to sell technical products to a sophisticated marketplace. How to build and manage a sales force; building compensation systems...

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Riverhead, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Riverhead, NY 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 Riverhead, NY
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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