Is being a sales supervisor a good fit for you?
Leads and organises sales staff who do not work in shops. May also handle budgets and staff matters.
What the work involves
- Checks that sales staff are meeting their goals.
- Helps staff with difficult or complicated tasks.
- Directs and supervises staff who sell, count stock, check the till takings or provide services.
- Listens to and sorts out customer complaints about services, products or staff.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be persuading and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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