Electronic Sales Associate Job Description

Electronic sales associate are often paid via commission.

An electronic sales associate sells computers, stereos, televisions and an array of other electrical devices. Electronic sales associates are also responsible for displaying the items in a store, handling returns and operating a cash register.

Basics

Electronics sales associates often receive a base salary along with a commission. They should know trends in technology, as well as how the various devices they sell function. Electronic sales associates work in everything from large department stores to small computer shops.

Skills

Electronics sales associates must be experts in customer service, capable of answering a consumer’s questions and demonstrating products. They should be professional, well-groomed, friendly and organized.

Education

A high school diploma is usually sufficient to get hired as an electronic sales associate. Most hold entry-level positions and can learn on the job.

Prospects

With technology continuing to advance and electronics becoming a bigger part of people’s everyday lives, opportunities for sales associates are plentiful. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs for retail salespersons in general are expected to increase by 8 percent from 2008-18.

Earnings

According to PayScale.com, electronics salespersons earned anywhere from nearly $8 to more than $10 per hour in June 2010.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Retail Salespersons
• PayScale.com: Retail Sales Associate Wages, Electronics