Used Bookstore Clerk
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
Used bookstore clerks handle the buying, appraising, repairing, and selling of used books and rare books as a sales position.
Description
Used bookstore clerks provide customer service to store visitors to conduct used book buyback appraisals, check and repair the condition of books, price them, and sell them in-store or online. They also handle inventory management, store displays, developing suppliers, acquiring knowledge about books, event planning, and support store operations while keeping track of trends in the used book market.
Future Outlook
The used book market has steady demand, and with the advancement of online sales and digitalization, new sales channels are on the rise. Business diversification such as information services and event planning is progressing.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or an inquisitive mind / Has interest or affection for books / Likes communication / Polite and meticulous
Work Style
Face-to-face Sales / Full-time / Online Sales / Part-time / Store Operations
Career Path
Used Bookstore Clerk (Junior) → Used Bookstore Owner → Buyer/Purchasing Staff → Store Manager → Independent Startup
Required Skills
Buyback Appraisal / Customer Service Sales Skills / Product Display and Inventory Management / Second-hand Goods Business Law
Recommended Skills
Book Restoration / Language Skills (Reading) / Online Store Operation / SNS Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately judge the condition and damage of books. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for conversations and negotiations with customers. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because acquiring a wide range of book knowledge is required. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-hand Goods Dealer License
Aliases
- Second-hand Bookstore Staff
- Used Bookstore Staff
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- Antique Dealer
- Librarian
- New Bookstore Clerk