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Posted August 26, 2026
Robert Half

Sales Associate 1

New York, NY 10001, US Temporary
Compensation: $16 to $20 Hourly

We are looking for a motivated Sales Associate 1 to support a high-volume consumer sales environment in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys consultative selling, building customer relationships, and guiding buyers through a thoughtful purchase journey. The person in this role will engage inbound leads and existing customers, deliver a high standard of service, and contribute to individual and team revenue goals.

Responsibilities:
• Drive personal and team sales performance by converting inbound interest into completed purchases and consistently working toward established targets.
• Guide prospective and returning customers through product options, add-ons, and protection plans using a consultative and customer-focused sales approach.
• Manage the full inside sales cycle, from initial outreach and lead qualification through proposal delivery and final close.
• Respond promptly to inquiries, maintain consistent follow-up, and ensure each interaction reflects professionalism and strong customer care.
• Partner with cross-functional teams such as marketing and customer support to strengthen lead generation efforts and improve conversion opportunities.
• Create clear, relevant sales recommendations tailored to customer needs and present solutions that support informed buying decisions.
• Maintain accurate activity records, pipeline updates, and performance tracking within CRM tools such as Salesforce, including dashboards, call lists, and reporting.
• Act as a knowledgeable product resource by staying current on features, offerings, and customer use cases to provide accurate guidance.
• Support flexible business operations by working varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak demand periods as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven success in a sales-driven role with a track record of achieving or surpassing performance goals.
• Experience in inside sales, lead qualification, objection handling, and managing a structured sales pipeline.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, including clear phone etiquette and effective written follow-up.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms and common business applications such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Apple devices.
• Ability to work independently with a high level of initiative while also contributing positively within a collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize leads, tasks, and follow-up activities effectively.
• Interest in fitness and wellness, with the ability to speak credibly and enthusiastically about related products.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, holidays, and extended peak business hours.

Compensation

$16.00-$20.00 Hourly

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