
Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.Help customers try on or fit merchandise.Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.Compute sales prices, total purchases, and receive and process cash or credit payment.Estimate quantity and cost of merchandise required, such as paint or floor covering.Estimate and quote trade-in allowances.Sell or arrange for delivery, insurance, financing, or service contracts for merchandise.Prepare merchandise for purchase or rental.Watch for and recognize security risks and thefts and know how to prevent or handle these situations.Prepare sales slips or sales contracts.Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns.Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs.Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items.Estimate cost of repair or alteration of merchandise.Boats and Marine Supplies Sales Representative.Horticultural and Nursery Products Salesperson.Infants' and Children's Wear Salesperson.Leather and Suede Apparel and Accessories Salesperson.Musical Instruments and Accessories Salesperson.Phonograph Records and Tape Recordings Salesperson.Photographic Supplies and Equipment Salesperson.Women's Apparel and Accessories Salesperson.☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Retail Salespersons”.

Currently, there are 4,528,550 people on this job.The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 41-2031.00.Sell merchandise, such as furniture, motor vehicles, appliances, or apparel to consumers.

A higher ranking (i.e., a lower number) means the job is less likely to be replaced. “Retail Salesperson” will probably be replaced by robots.
