Unit group 5211

PSOC Unit group 5211 — Stall and market salespersons

Stall and market salespersons sell various goods from stalls on open-air or covered markets or from stalls in streets or other open spaces. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission to set up a stand at a particular place in streets, markets or other open spaces; b) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; c) buying or contracting a regular supply of goods to be sold from wholesale suppliers or directly from producers; d) erecting and dismantling stalls and stands; and transporting, storing, loading and unloading goods for sale; e) demonstrating and selling goods and accepting payment; f) stacking and displaying goods for sale; and wrapping and packing goods sold; g) keeping accounts and maintaining a record of stock levels. Examples of the occupations classified here: Kiosk salesperson, Market salesperson, Market stallholder, Market vendor, Stall salesperson, Store assistant, Store salesperson, Street stall sales assistant, Street stall salesperson Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Food service counter attendant - 5246, Shop sales assistant - 5223, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520, Street food vendor - 5212

Level Unit group
Code 5211
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Stall and market salespersons sell various goods from stalls on open-air or covered markets or from stalls in streets or other open spaces. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission to set up a stand at a particular place in streets, markets or other open spaces; b) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; c) buying or contracting a regular supply of goods to be sold from wholesale suppliers or directly from producers; d) erecting and dismantling stalls and stands; and transporting, storing, loading and unloading goods for sale; e) demonstrating and selling goods and accepting payment; f) stacking and displaying goods for sale; and wrapping and packing goods sold; g) keeping accounts and maintaining a record of stock levels. Examples of the occupations classified here: Kiosk salesperson, Market salesperson, Market stallholder, Market vendor, Stall salesperson, Store assistant, Store salesperson, Street stall sales assistant, Street stall salesperson Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Food service counter attendant - 5246, Shop sales assistant - 5223, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520, Street food vendor - 5212

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Street and market salespersons.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Street and market salespersons grouping.

FAQ

What does PSOC 5211 cover?

Stall and market salespersons sell various goods from stalls on open-air or covered markets or from stalls in streets or other open spaces. Their tasks include: a) obtaining permission to set up a stand at a particular place in streets, markets or other open spaces; b) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; c) buying or contracting a regular supply of goods to be sold from wholesale suppliers or directly from producers; d) erecting and dismantling stalls and stands; and transporting, storing, loading and unloading goods for sale; e) demonstrating and selling goods and accepting payment; f) stacking and displaying goods for sale; and wrapping and packing goods sold; g) keeping accounts and maintaining a record of stock levels. Examples of the occupations classified here: Kiosk salesperson, Market salesperson, Market stallholder, Market vendor, Stall salesperson, Store assistant, Store salesperson, Street stall sales assistant, Street stall salesperson Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Food service counter attendant - 5246, Shop sales assistant - 5223, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street vendor (excluding food) - 9520, Street food vendor - 5212

Where is PSOC 5211 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Street and market salespersons.

How do I choose PSOC 5211 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Street and market salespersons grouping.