Sales Associate Jobs in Altoona, PA

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

  • Hollidaysburg, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hollidaysburg, PA (8 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 1 day 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....

Retail Sales Associate - Part Time

  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago

Retail Sales Associate Type of Work: Part-Time Shift Availability: Mornings, nights, weekends, holidays Hourly Pay Rate: $16.00/hr Location: 514 E Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602 About the Role...

Sales Associate - PT

  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago

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

Optical Sales Associate, Part Time 55627

  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do: The successful Optical Sales Associate delivers excellence to provide a professional and positive experience for all patients, customers, colleagues, and business partners and works...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 4 days ago

Sales Associates provide exceptional customer service with our customers' needs in mind. You'll help customers find products, provide solutions, and handle returns or online pickups....

Senior Retail Sales Associate (Full-Time)

  • Altoona, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 5 days ago

AutoZone's Full-Time Senior Retail Sales Associate drives sales through superior customer service by exceeding customer expectations and providing a WOW! Customer Service experience....

Retail Sales Associate (Part-Time)

  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 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 Optical - Part Time

  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job DescriptionJoin our dynamic sales team at National Vision as a Sales Associate, where your passion for people and community comes to life through excellent customer service and expert guidance in...

Retail Sales Associate Footwear

  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago

At DICKS Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all...

Grocery Sales Associate

  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 7 days ago

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

Wireless Retail Sales Associate - W2663

  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ebensburg, PA (18 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview Ready to unlock unlimited earning potential? You will have unlimited earning potential with $14/hour base pay and uncapped commission! Employees earn $17/hour just hitting minimum...

Produce Sales Associate

  • Altoona, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 8 days ago

Looking for a company that treats associates with respect, understanding, and appreciation? Looking for a company that is passionate about teamwork and the growth of it's associates and...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-PT in FLINTON, PA S18986

  • Flinton, PA (13 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Flinton, PA (13 miles from Altoona, PA)
  • 10 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...

Seasonal Sales Associate

  • Altoona, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 10 days ago

As a Hot Topic Seasonal Sales Associate, you'll be a huge part of our success by providing the best customer service, ensuring that fellow fans can get their hands on the merch they love....

PT Sales Associate - Aeropostale #336 Logan Valley

  • Altoona, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 10 days ago

Overview Our Sales Associates promote our culture, values and mission....

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Altoona, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA
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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