Supermarket Sales Clerk
すーぱーまーけっとはんばいいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Supermarket Sales Clerks
Summary
A job that performs a wide range of tasks at supermarkets, including customer service for visitors, cash register operations, product display, inventory management, and more.
Description
Supermarket sales clerks, at supermarkets handling food and daily necessities, are responsible for a broad range of store operations including customer service and sales, cash register operations, product display and replenishment, inventory management, ordering, sales floor setup, cleaning, and more. Tasks vary by time of day and day of the week, with team cooperation to ensure smooth store operations. They grasp information on seasonal and new products and may participate in sales floor layouts and promotional activities to increase sales.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates, aging population, population decline, and the spread of online supermarkets, the role of store sales staff is changing. However, with demands for strengthened community-oriented services and higher value-added offerings, there will continue to be a need for personnel with customer service skills and hygiene management abilities tailored to customer needs.
Personality Traits
Bright personality / Enjoys interacting with people / Good team player / Polite and courteous
Work Style
Early morning shifts / Full-time / Part-time available / Shift / Weekends and holidays
Career Path
General staff → Leader/Chief → Sales floor supervisor → Store manager → Supervisor
Required Skills
Customer service handling / Inventory management / Ordering operations / Product display / Register operation
Recommended Skills
Hygiene management and cleaning / POP creation / Sales management system operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses are needed depending on time slots and busy periods. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate price tagging and expiration date management are required. |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth interactions with diverse customers are necessary. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work and frequent movement of loads, requiring physical stamina. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because tasks are carried out in cooperation with other staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus, with little need for generating new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Salesperson Certification
Aliases
- Cashier
- Grocery Section Staff
- Supermarket Staff
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- Convenience Store Clerk
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