Sports Equipment Sales Clerk
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
Retail job specializing in selling sports equipment such as sports goods, fitness equipment, apparel, and shoes, providing product recommendations and aftercare tailored to customer needs.
Description
Sports equipment sales clerks work in stores handling sports goods, fitness equipment, apparel, shoes, and other sports equipment. They propose products to customers, assist with fittings, operate cash registers, manage inventory, create displays, and plan and operate events. They gather information on new products and trends, supporting optimal product selection based on customers' age, competition level, and budget. They are required to achieve store sales targets, implement promotional measures, and increase repeat customers through customer follow-up.
Future Outlook
While the expansion of online sales may fluctuate opportunities for in-person sales, demand for fittings and experiential services remains high, and the value of personnel who can respond to omni-channel strategies using digital tools will continue to be high.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cheerful Personality / Enjoys Talking to People / Patient
Work Style
Sales Quota / Shift Work / Store Work / Weekends and Holidays Work
Career Path
Store Manager → Area Manager → Buyer → Promotion Planning Staff → Independent Business Owner
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Cash Register Operation / Customer Service and Sales Skills / Inventory Management / Product Knowledge (Sports Equipment)
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Foreign Languages) / Fitting Skills / Merchandising / SNS Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | To accurately understand customer needs and propose products. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Standing work and handling heavy loads require physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Customer service skills are prioritized over advanced logical thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Cash register calculations use machines, so specialized mathematical analysis skills are not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Level 3 Sales Qualification
Aliases
- Sports Goods Salesperson
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- Apparel Salesperson
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