Sales Associate Jobs in Asheville, NC

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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Industrial Outside Sales Representative

  • Badger Daylighting
  • Black Mountain, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Black Mountain, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 14 days ago

You are motivated, persistent, and ready to grow your sales career. As an Industrial Outside Sales Representative (OSR) with Badger, you will manage a territory with both established customers and...

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Counter Salesperson

  • Hajoca Corporation
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 9 hours ago

Hajoca Corporation is one of the country’s largest privately-held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating & cooling, and industrial supplies. Founded in 1858, Hajoca is a company based on the...

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Sales Support Specialist

  • Cliffs Club Services LLC
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Arden, NC (8 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

Sales Support Specialist JOB TITLE: Sales Support Specialist WORK AREA: Walnut Cove Sales Office DEPARTMENT: Sales REPORTS TO: Director of Sales JOB CLASSIFICATION: Salary, Exempt UPDATED: May...

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Field Sales Representative

  • AT&T
  • Asheville, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 19 hours ago

$2,000 Sign on Bonus! Payment in 2 installments ($1,000 after 3 months and $1,000 after 9 months). Candidate must be hired at the Asheville, NC location. Must start employment on or before...

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On Premise Sales Representative - Asheville

  • Empire Distributors
  • Mills River, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Mills River, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Territory: Asheville. Empire Distributors Inc, A Leading Beverage Distributor, is now hiring an On-Premise Sales Representative. Our company offers, competitive wages, the potential for growth...

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Outside Sales Representative

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago

A stable, and Quality-Focused Food Distribution Company is looking for an Outside Sales Representative. We are open to current Food Service Professionals or experienced outside salespeople. This...

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Sales Associate

  • W.S. Badcock Corporation
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (15 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Responsible to perform a variety of customer service functions. Promotes additional purchases and good public relations. Responsibilities Greets customers; provides product and program...

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Residential Water Treatment Sales Consultant

  • Culligan Water
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fletcher, NC (10 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Company car Competitive salary Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Training & development If youre a natural connector who...

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Sales Associate

  • KnitWell Group
  • Hendersonville, NC (23 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hendersonville, NC (23 miles from Asheville, NC)
  • 2 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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Aerie - Sr Brand Ambassador (Sr Sales Associate)

  • American Eagle
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

YOUR ROLE As a part-time Sr Brand Ambassador, you bring our brand to life every day! Your goal is to provide everyone who comes in the store with an amazing shopping experience, making their day...

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Sales Development Representative II

  • FedEx
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Summary: As a member of a sales team, the sales development rep is responsible for prospecting net new business, within a defined geographic territory in the small and medium...

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Inside B2B Sales Consultant - Benefits Advisor

  • Financial Advisor Benefits
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Base + Uncapped commission! | We're a people-first culture & we value our employees - come join our work family! | Huge growth potential - we love to promote from within! Flexible scheduling &...

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Wireless Sales Representative

  • Connectivity Source
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 2 days ago

MAKE EVERYDAY RIDICULOUSLY AMAZING. AVERAGE ALL IN PAY RANGE WITH BONUSES AND SPIFFS $19 TO $23 PER HOUR NEW HIRE BONUS RAMP UP STRUCTURE!! WHO is this FOR? All new hires for MOBILE ASSOCIATE AND...

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Verizon Sales Consultant

  • Cellular Sales
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago

Cellular Sales Cellular Sales is Growing! First Year Earning Potential: $40 - 60k +/year Are you determined to grow your job into a career, in a fast-paced thriving environment? Cellular Sales is...

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Salesperson

  • Advance Auto Parts
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Asheville, NC
  • 4 days ago

Job Description 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,...

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Demographic Data for Asheville, NC

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Asheville, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Asheville, NC 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 Asheville, NC
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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