Sales Associate Jobs in Rochester, 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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Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

  • Rochester, NY
  • 26 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 26 days ago

Inizio Engage is proud to partner with Tonix Pharmaceuticals and are seeking a team of Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representatives who are performance-driven, proven, and ambitious sales...

Pharmaceutical Field Sales Representative

  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Inizio Engage is building a nationwide team of field based Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives. This is an excellent entry-level role in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. The team...

Sales Floor Team Member

  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

The Sales Floor Team Member is responsible for continuous quality checks on sales floor products. This individual will be responsible for merchandising hard and soft line products according to...

Sales Associate

  • Greece, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Greece, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Sales Associate - PT

  • Rochester, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 11 hours ago

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

Sales Associate - Clarendon, NY

  • Clarendon, NY (22 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Clarendon, NY (22 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Sales Associate - Clarendon, NY Clarendon, NY ( Description Join Our Crosby's Team Where Smiles and Careers Grow!...

Residential Sales Representative

  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago

Benefits/Perks Medical insurance Dental Insurance Vision insurancewith company match Vacation, paid time off Company-provided workwear, cell phone, tablet Company-paid sales training Additional...

Home Furnishing Consultant - Sales

  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 13 hours ago

As a Sales Consultant, we'll empower you to make a real impact, help customers create the homes of their dreams and enjoy limitless earning potential through commissions! What You'll Do: Be the...

Full-Time Field Sales Representative

  • Rochester, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Full-Time Field Sales Representative Location: Rochester NY 14606 $21.00/hour + mileage reimbursement + phone stipend + sales commission Full-Time Schedule: 5 evenings/week 12:05pm to 9:00pm About...

Sales Associate - Store Associate

  • Rochester, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Come join our customer-oriented, frequently fast-paced work environment with opportunities for skills, knowledge, benefit and pay growth! Consultatively sell batteries, light bulbs and accessory...

Sales Representative Part Time Work from Home

  • Pittsford, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pittsford, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Vector Marketing is running interviews for sales rep positions, start work within the week! Basic responsibilities include working with customers, explaining our American made Cutco products, and...

Remote Work

Sales Development Representative

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Sales Representative - HBT -- East Coast - NY, PA, NJ, FL,

  • Webster, NY (9 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Webster, NY (9 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Sales Associate-474 Henrietta, NY 14623

  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Sales Associate-475 Victor, NY 14564

  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 1 day ago

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited...

Demographic Data for Rochester, NY

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Rochester, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, 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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