sales supervisor - retail

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Urban area. Retail business.

Tasks:

• Assign sales workers to duties.
• Hire and train or arrange for training of staff.
• Order merchandise.
• Authorize return of merchandise.
• Establish work schedules.
• Prepare reports on sales volumes, merchandising and personnel matters.
• Resolve issues that may arise, including customer requests, complaints and supply shortages.
• Organize and maintain inventory.
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of workers.

Supervision:

5-10 people.

Art or fashion design experience:

• Accessories.
• Footwear.
• Children's clothing.

Area of specialization:

Clothing. Retail store.

Transportation/travel information:

Own transportation. Public transportation is available.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

Accurate. Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Dependability. Initiative. Judgement. Ability to multitask.

Employment terms options:

Evening. Shift.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

Flexible hours. Morning. Day. Weekend.

Health benefits:

Health care plan.

Support for youths:

Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.