Personal Goods Salesclerk
みのまわりひんはんばいてんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
A profession involving customer service, sales, and inventory management at stores handling daily necessities, accessories, sundries, and other personal goods.
Description
Personal goods sales clerks work in stores selling everyday small items such as wallets, bags, accessories, stationery, and gift supplies. They handle a wide range of tasks including product explanations and recommendations to customers, cashiering at the register, in-store displays, inventory checks, ordering, and gift wrapping. They are required to understand customer needs through communication and provide a comfortable shopping experience.
Future Outlook
Although the sales environment in physical stores is changing due to the spread of e-commerce, there is expected to continue to be steady demand for personnel who can provide experiential value through direct customer service.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cheerful and Sociable / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Part-time/Casual / Shift Work / Store Assignment
Career Path
Sales Staff → Store Manager → Area Manager → Supervisor → Buyer
Required Skills
Cash Register Operation / Customer Service Etiquette / Gift Wrapping / Inventory Management / Product Display
Recommended Skills
Foreign Language Skills / Sales Analysis / Sales Promotion Planning / Visual Merchandising
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required in monetary transactions and inventory management. |
| Communication Skills | Because high communication skills are required for customer interactions and sales promotion. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and display tasks, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because cash register calculations are often automated by machines. |
Related Qualifications
- Sales Specialist (Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Certification)
Aliases
- Accessories Salesperson
- Small Items Salesperson
- Sundries Salesperson
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