Sales Associate Jobs in Cary, 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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Sales Associate/Stock - Durham, NC

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
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  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
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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....

Customer Success Representative - Healthcare

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity Are you hungry, humble, honest, with heart? Do you have a passion for Enterprise Cloud Technology and a vision for the future of business? If...

Sales Representative, SMB

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago

The role: As a Sales Representative, SMB you will be part of a regional sales team and the overall face of Newsela in the small-medium business market. You'll be responsible for building...

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(Not Posted) Sales Associate Retail Solutions

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • moments ago

Company Name ARS-Rescue Rooter Overview Enhance Your Sales Career with American Residential Services! Join the largest residential home services provider in the US, boasting a team of over 7,000...

Sales Associate

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview You recognize yourself when you enter one of our stores. You love to talk about athletic sneakers and apparel as much as you love to collect them. You always scope out the latest styles,...

Counter Sales Representative

  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Morrisville, NC (7 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Details Job Location: Parts Distribution Center - Morrisville, NC Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day/First...

Sales Associate

  • Cary, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 12 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...

Business Development Representative

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

We provide technology that community financial institutions use to manage risk and drive growth. Our solutions automate key processes from anti-money laundering to fraud detection to CECL...

Inside Sales Representative

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Wake Forest, NC (19 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 21 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...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Closing

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This...

Sales and Service Representative

  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (8 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Join the Crystal Clean Team as a Sales & Service Representative! Are you a driven, customer-focused professional looking for a dynamic career in a thriving industry? Crystal Clean (CC) is seeking...

Retail Associate, Southpoint Durham

  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Durham, NC (17 miles from Cary, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

About The Black Tux Who we are We're here to help people look their best and feel confident-for big days and everyday. We design and manufacture modern formal wear with an incredible fit by...

Part Time Sales Associate

  • Cary, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Company Description A Tradition of Excellence Since our founding in 1985, The Tile Shop has committed itself to inspiring and realizing home decor ideas and creating beauty both indoors and out....

Field Sales Representative

  • Cary, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description: Join an elite group of sellers bringing customized, white glove experiences directly to the customer's door. Field Sales Representatives at AT&T are driven to connect -every...

Demographic Data for Cary, NC

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Cary, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Cary, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
High School or GED
19.3%
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 Cary, 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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