Thrift Store Clerk
りさいくるしょっぷてんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
Retail job responsible for purchasing used goods, inspection and appraisal, pricing, display, and sales.
Description
Thrift store clerks handle a wide range of tasks from purchasing and appraising used goods, pricing, cleaning and simple repairs, in-store display, customer service and sales. They assess market prices and product conditions for fair transactions, and are involved in inventory management and displays. They propose the value of reuse through price negotiations and customer inquiries.
Future Outlook
With rising sustainability awareness and the spread of the circular economy, demand for used goods is increasing. Demand for specialized buyers and stronger integration with online sales will grow.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Customer-oriented / Meticulous / Physically strong / Skilled in negotiation
Work Style
Full-time / Part-time/ALBA available / Permanent employee / Shift / Store work
Career Path
Store clerk → Chief/supervisor → Store manager → Buyer (procurement) → Area manager
Required Skills
Customer service sales skills / Inventory management / POS operation / Price negotiation / Product appraisal
Recommended Skills
Cleaning maintenance knowledge / Display skills / Foreign language support / Marketing knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to not overlook product conditions or presence of damage. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for customer service and negotiations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for handling large products and heavy loads. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-hand Goods Dealer License
Aliases
- Reuse Shop Clerk
- Second-hand Shop Clerk
- Used Goods Salesperson
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- Buyer
- Retail Clerk
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