Retail Store Manager

Tourism & Hospitality

ANZSCO ID 142111

Summary

Retail Managers (General) manage retail trading establishments.

Employment Pathway

Retail experience is needed to work as a Retail Manager (General). Some workers also have a certificate IV or diploma in retail management or leadership.

Top Skills Required

Reading Comprehension - Understanding the meaning of written sentences and paragraphs
Systems Evaluation - Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Key tasks

Determines product mix, stock levels and service standards.
Formulates and implements purchasing and marketing policies, and sets prices.
Promotes and advertises the establishment's goods and services.
Sells goods and services to customers and advises them on product use.
Maintains records of stock levels and financial transactions.
Undertakes budgeting for the establishment.
Controls selection, training and supervision of staff.
Ensures compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Facts about this occupation

0.3% Growth

82% Full-time Share

$1,394 Avg Pay/Wk

170,300 Workers

41 years Avg Age

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