Junior Sales Associate

California Concepts; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

California Concepts is hiring a Junior Sales Associate to join our growing team. This position provides hands-on experience in sales, customer engagement, business development, and leadership development within a team-oriented environment.

You’ll work directly with customers while supporting client sales campaigns, learning how to communicate effectively, understand customer needs, and contribute to measurable results.

Qualifications

• No previous sales experience required; training provided.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to work toward measurable goals.

Responsibilities

• Support face-to-face customer engagement and sales.
• Introduce customers to available products and services.
• Identify customer needs and recommend options.
• Assist with customer acquisition and new sales.
• Work toward individual and team sales goals.
• Track customer interactions and sales results.
• Participate in ongoing sales, communication, and leadership training.
• Learn how to organize priorities and contribute to team performance.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Customer engagement

Time management

Teamwork

Goal setting

Job description

We are hiring a Junior Sales Associate to join our growing team. This position provides hands‑on experience in sales, customer engagement, business development, and leadership development within a team‑oriented environment.

You’ll work directly with customers while supporting client sales campaigns, learning how to communicate effectively, understand customer needs, and contribute to measurable results. As you gain experience, you’ll have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, support newer team members, and develop practical leadership skills.

What You’ll Do

• Support face‑to‑face customer engagement and sales
• Introduce customers to available products and services
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate options
• Assist with customer acquisition and new sales
• Work toward individual and team sales goals
• Track customer interactions and sales results
• Participate in ongoing sales, communication, and leadership training
• Learn how to organize priorities and contribute to team performance

What We’re Looking For

Previous sales experience is helpful but not required. Training and ongoing coaching are

provided.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Is dependable and able to manage responsibilities
• Works well independently and within a team
• Is interested in developing sales and leadership skills
• Takes initiative and is willing to learn
• Is comfortable working toward measurable goals

Candidates with experience or education in the following areas may have transferable skills that

align well with this position:

• Business, marketing, communications, or management
• Customer service or customer relations
• Sports, athletics, fitness, coaching, or recreation
• Student organizations, clubs, campus activities, or team leadership
• Hospitality, restaurants, serving, bartending, or guest services
• Retail, merchandising, or store operations
• Brand ambassador or promotional marketing roles
• Business development or lead generation
• Account management or client relations
• Training, mentoring, tutoring, or peer leadership
• Entrepreneurship or other goal‑oriented environments

Professional experience is not required. We value transferable skills, initiative, communication,

reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Professional Development

This role is designed to provide practical experience beyond day‑to‑day sales responsibilities.

Team members receive ongoing coaching and opportunities to develop skills in:

• Leadership and team development
• Professional communication
• Public speaking and presentations
• Goal setting and performance tracking
• Customer acquisition and sales
• Training and peer coaching
• Time management and organization
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making

Additional responsibilities may become available based on performance, experience, and business needs.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Daytime schedule with some flexibility based on campaign needs
• Work Setting: In‑person
• Experience Level: Entry level; training provided
• Compensation: $18-$23 hourly pay w/ opportunity for commission bonuses

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.