Sales Associate Jobs in Wilmington, 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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Retail Sales Associate - Mayfaire Town Center

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 hours ago

About the Role In this role, you will engage and connect with our customers by providing excellent customer service. You will be an expert in product and use this expertise to educate, inform,...

Territory Sales Representative-Wilmington, NC

  • Castle Hayne, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Castle Hayne, NC (6 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 19 hours ago

As a leading provider of advanced linen and uniform service programs and solutions, Halifax Linen Service is seeking an experienced regional / territory sales professional with relevant sales...

Retail Sales Associate - Southport

  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role As a Brand Associate, you're an integral part of our team and bring our brand to life for our customers. You're responsible for engaging and connecting with our customers by...

Full Time - Sales Associate - Building Materials - Day

  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southport, NC (21 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 1 day 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 Support Associate (Protocase USA)

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 day ago

Location:Wilmington, NC (This position is only open to those legally eligible to work in the United States) Employment Type:Permanent, 40 hours per week Anticipated Start Date:ASAP Type:In-Office...

PT Sales Associate Cashier - Afternoon/Night

  • Carolina Beach, NC (16 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Carolina Beach, NC (16 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 420533 Address: USA-NC-Carolina Beach-1401 N Lake Park Blvd. Store Code: Store 02553 Front End (7233432) Food Lion has been providing...

Sales Associate - PT

  • Leland, NC (7 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Leland, NC (7 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Sales Associated must be at least 18 years of age....

New Home Sales Associate

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for a New Home Sales Associate to join our team. We are looking for YOU! WHO YOU ARE A Strong Communicator....

Copy of AML Sales Representative

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 5 days ago

Copy of AML Sales Representative Maven Advantage, Inc Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28403 13 hours ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description About Maven Embark on an...

Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

  • Hampstead, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hampstead, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 5 days ago

AutoZone's Part-Time Retail Sales Associates drive sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Sales Associate - Ladies Shoes - Part Time - Independence Mall

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago

As a Sales Associate, you will drive store sales and metrics through providing excellent customer service to each customer....

SALES ASSOCIATE in WILMINGTON, NC S24106

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 6 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

SALES ASSOCIATE in BOLIVIA, NC S24629

  • Bolivia, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bolivia, NC (20 miles from Wilmington, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Entry Level Outside Sales Representative - Wilmington, DE

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 8 days ago

Over half our sales associates achieve annual earnings over $100k. At Certified we are a family owned company that manufactures and supplies advanced performance lubricants for heavy machinery....

Property Management - Sales Representative

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 9 days ago

Rite Rug has been one of the top privately owned flooring companies, since 1934! We are looking for a motivated, out of the box thinker to join our Property Management Sales team! If you are...

Demographic Data for Wilmington, NC

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Wilmington, NC

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Wilmington, NC 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 Wilmington, 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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