Retail Store Owner (Primarily Engaged in Sales Work)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Retail Store Managers
Summary
Occupation responsible for all aspects of store operations, including product procurement to sales, inventory management, and sales analysis.
Description
Retail store owners are responsible for a wide range of tasks, including product purchasing, display, sales, inventory management, sales analysis, staff training, customer service, and complaint handling. In addition to setting sales targets, budget management, promotional planning, optimizing store layouts, and managing daily operations, it is important to understand customer needs and build relationships with the local community. They strive to maintain and improve profitability through sales floor design and service quality enhancements.
Future Outlook
With the proliferation of online shopping, new skills are required, such as strategies to enhance the appeal of face-to-face sales and the introduction of OMO strategies. The importance of store operations capable of providing locally rooted services will remain high going forward.
Personality Traits
Able to provide cheerful and courteous customer service / Able to respond flexibly / Goal-oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Sales Staff → Assistant Manager → Store Manager → Area Manager → Buyer → Independent Startup
Required Skills
Cash Register Operation / Customer Service / Inventory Management / Ordering / Product Display / Sales Analysis
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping / Marketing / POS Operation / Sales Promotion Planning / Staff Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in inventory counts and sales calculations directly contributes to store management stability. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with customers and staff is the core of operations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Because initiative to independently propose and implement new promotional measures and improvements is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work and carrying heavy loads. |
| Planning & Organization | Because organized planning, such as for achieving sales targets and staff allocation, is important. |
| Problem Solving | Because prompt handling of complaints and quick resolution of troubles are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because stable task execution is necessary even during busy periods or unexpected troubles. |
Related Qualifications
- Bookkeeping Certification
- Sales Qualification
Aliases
- Retail Store Owner
- Shop Owner
Related Jobs
- Area Manager
- Buyer
- Salesperson
- Supermarket Manager