Duties of a sales associate depending on the company can be almost anything. If a sales associate sold mattress, the duties can be from assisting customer with purchase of a bed to watching the store for 10 hours without a formal lunch. For example duties of a sales associate are cleaning, filing, restocking shelves and product when need be. Others can be proficient in product knowledge, cold
. calling, appointment setting and telemarketing. Sales associates get paid a draw or commission depending on the company.