Sales Assistant job description

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Description

Sales Assistants work in the retail or sales industries. They may sell anything from gadgets, clothing, electronics or pharmaceuticals. They listen to customer requests and suggest or find products that meet their needs. These professionals receive good remuneration that may include commission or bonuses.

A Sales Assistant usually performs many of the following tasks:
•  Making presentations
•  Overseeing the storage of goods
• Following market trends
• Participating in trade fairs
•  Keeping sales records and updating data
• Attending meetings and training sessions
• Learning new sales techniques
• Following up with clients

Skills

• Communicating effectively
• Being amicable and polite
• Prioritizing and planning
• Project management
• Time management
• Being patient and diligent
• Being professional
• Being ambitious
• Meeting targets
• Information technology

Education

As with many sales positions, Sales Assistants are not required to have a specific qualification. Their qualifications may vary from MBAs, Bachelors or Masters Degrees, Diplomas and Associate Degrees. Some professionals have only High School diplomas.

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