Sales Assistant Jobs in California

Sales assistant jobs in California concentrate heavily in retail, real estate, and technology sales, with the state representing one of the most active hiring markets in the country for the role at every level from entry-level floor support to senior retail management. The largest volume of openings is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Apple, Sephora, and Nordstrom maintain significant California retail and sales operations. The most in-demand specialties are luxury retail sales, B2B inside sales support, and real estate sales assistance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles195+
Top employerMy Wireless
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring103
Work type90% On-site
Top industryTelecommunications

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Assistant Sales Manager - HVAC- Corona, CA
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Assistant Sales Manager - HVAC- Corona, CA
ARS/Rescue Rooter
Corona, California
Business Operations
Compensation & Benefits
Sales
$90k - $100k/yr
5,001-10,000

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Seasonal Sales Assistant - Century City
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Seasonal Sales Assistant - Century City
Michael Kors
Los Angeles, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Sales
10,000+

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Assistant Sales Manager
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Assistant Sales Manager
Service Corporation International
Santa Ana, California
Account Management
Customer Success
Sales
$70k - $110k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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MK Los Cerritos - Seasonal Sales Assistant
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Michael Kors
Los Angeles, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Sales
10,000+

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Sales Assistant
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Sales Assistant
Penske Automotive Group
Santa Ana, California
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Sales
$20 - $23/hr
10,000+

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Sales Assistant Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
9 jobs
San Francisco
8 jobs
Irvine
7 jobs
Sacramento
6 jobs
Corona
4 jobs
San Jose
4 jobs
Santa Ana
4 jobs
Santa Clara
4 jobs

Sales Assistant Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • My Wireless20
  • Michael Kors15
  • Williams-Sonoma7
  • Regal Wine Company6
  • DICK'S Sporting Goods6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Telecommunications

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales assistant jobs across California.

  • High school diploma or equivalent required by most California retail and sales employers
  • Prior customer-facing experience in a retail or sales environment strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory management tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and team interaction
  • Ability to meet sales targets and contribute to team performance goals
  • Familiarity with CRM platforms such as Salesforce commonly requested in B2B roles

Sales Assistant Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales assistant in California?

Most sales assistant roles in California require a high school diploma and some customer service or retail experience, with no state-issued license needed for general retail or inside sales positions. Real estate sales assistants working under a licensed broker are an exception and must hold a California real estate salesperson license issued by the California Department of Real Estate. For all other tracks, completing relevant coursework in business or marketing at a California community college gives candidates a competitive edge.

Which companies hire sales assistants in California?

Companies currently hiring sales assistants in California include My Wireless, Michael Kors, and Williams-Sonoma, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's dense concentration of retail flagships, tech company direct stores, and regional real estate firms means openings are distributed across both consumer-facing and B2B sales environments throughout the state.

Which California cities have the most sales assistant jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco have the most sales assistant openings in California. Los Angeles drives volume through its massive retail corridor and entertainment-adjacent luxury sales market, San Francisco and San Jose reflect demand from tech company storefronts and B2B sales operations, and San Diego's hospitality and biotech sectors generate consistent openings for sales support roles in those specialized industries.

Are there remote sales assistant jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many sales assistant roles involve in-person customer interaction, floor presence, or hands-on product support. About 10% of sales assistant openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most of those concentrated in inside sales support, CRM data entry, and B2B account coordination roles that do not require physical store presence.

How can I get hired as a sales assistant in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to seasonal or part-time sales associate roles at large California retailers like Target, Macy's, or Apple, which routinely hire candidates without prior experience and promote from within. Community college certificate programs in business or sales at California schools provide a credential that strengthens applications. Adjacent roles like cashier, customer service representative, or stock associate at the same employer are a common lateral move that transitions naturally into a sales assistant title.

Where can I find and apply to sales assistant jobs in California?

You can find and apply to sales assistant jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across retail, real estate, and B2B sales environments. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and target city, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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