Sales Associate Jobs in Rutland, VT

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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Customer Service Representative - UniFirst ($1,000 Sign On)

  • West Rutland, VT (7 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Rutland, VT (7 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 1 day ago

New Hire Incentive Bonus! UniFirsts Lebanon location is now offering an incentive bonus for Customer Service Representative new hires. The following guidelines must be met to be eligible: New hire...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in RUTLAND, VT S15225

  • Rutland, VT
  • 2 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 2 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in PITTSFORD, VT S22903

  • Pittsford, VT (8 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsford, VT (8 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 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 SOUTH ROYALTON, VT S24101

  • South Royalton, VT (21 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Royalton, VT (21 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 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 PITTSFORD, VT S22903

  • Pittsford, VT (8 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsford, VT (8 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 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...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in POULTNEY, VT S25617

  • Poultney, VT (16 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poultney, VT (16 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 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 POULTNEY, VT S25617

  • Poultney, VT (16 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Poultney, VT (16 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 2 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...

LEAD SALES ASSOCIATE-FT in RUTLAND, VT S11654

  • Rutland, VT
  • 2 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 2 days ago

Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager....

Route Sales Representative

  • Rutland, VT
  • 3 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 3 days ago

$3000 retention bonus paid within 2 years of employment (based on performance and eligibility) Route Sales Representatives are critical to our success at FritoLay! Our Route Sales Representatives...

Outside Sales Representative (NH / VT / ME)

  • Rutland, VT
  • 6 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 6 days ago

Outside Sales Representative (NH / VT / ME) at Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Inc Outside Sales Representative (NH / VT / ME) at Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Inc in Rutland, Vermont Posted in Sales 17...

Primary Care Sales Consultant CVR

  • Rutland, VT
  • 8 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 8 days ago

Primary Care Sales Consultant CVR** **Primary Care Sales Consultant - Cardiorenal (Vermont / New Hampshire)** **PURPOSE** Primary Care Sales Consultant (SC) is accountable for implementing the...

Primary Care Sales Consultant CVR Primary Care Sales Consultant - Cardiorenal (Vermont / New Hampshire) PURPOSE Primary Care Sales Consultant (SC) is accountable for implementing the sales...

Retail Sales Associate

  • Rutland, VT
  • 13 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 13 days 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....

SALES ASSOCIATE in RUTLAND, VT S15225

  • Rutland, VT
  • 18 days ago
  • Rutland, VT
  • 18 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers....

SALES ASSOCIATE in FAIR HAVEN, VT S11660

  • Fair Haven, VT (19 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fair Haven, VT (19 miles from Rutland, VT)
  • 18 days ago

Job Details GENERAL SUMMARY: The Sales Associate acts as a point of contact for our customers....

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Salary for Sales Associate Jobs in Rutland, VT

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Highest Education Level

Sales Associates in Rutland, VT 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 Rutland, VT
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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