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Unit group 5221

PSOC Unit group 5221 — Shopkeepers

Shopkeepers operate small retail shops either independently or with support from a small number of others. Their tasks include: a) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; b) purchasing and ordering goods for sale from markets, wholesalers and other suppliers; c) budgeting and maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions; d) determining prices and displaying goods for sale; e) selling goods to customers and advising them on product use; f) examining returned goods and deciding on appropriate action; g) taking inventory of goods in stock. Examples of the occupations classified here: Grocer ,Maintenance storekeeper, Market tender, News agent, Sales helper/bagger, Salesman/Saleslady, Shopkeeper Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Market stall holder - 5211, Shop manager - 1420

Level Unit group
Code 5221
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Shopkeepers operate small retail shops either independently or with support from a small number of others. Their tasks include: a) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; b) purchasing and ordering goods for sale from markets, wholesalers and other suppliers; c) budgeting and maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions; d) determining prices and displaying goods for sale; e) selling goods to customers and advising them on product use; f) examining returned goods and deciding on appropriate action; g) taking inventory of goods in stock. Examples of the occupations classified here: Grocer ,Maintenance storekeeper, Market tender, News agent, Sales helper/bagger, Salesman/Saleslady, Shopkeeper Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Market stall holder - 5211, Shop manager - 1420

Administrative context

Where this code is used

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Shop salespersons.

Selection note

How to choose it

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Shop salespersons grouping.

Industry links

Industries that employ this occupation

These PSIC codes are the closest industry matches for this occupation code based on the current editorial crosswalk.

Primary industries

Primary industries

52211 - Freight Terminal Facilities for Trucking Companies

Reverse mapping from the build-time PSIC ↔ PSOC synthesis.

52212 - Operation of Parking Lots

Reverse mapping from the build-time PSIC ↔ PSOC synthesis.

52213 - Operation of Toll Roads and Bridges

Reverse mapping from the build-time PSIC ↔ PSOC synthesis.

Also relevant for

Also relevant for

52219 - Other Supporting Land Transport Activities, n.e.c.

Reverse mapping from the build-time PSIC ↔ PSOC synthesis.

PSIC ↔ PSOC crosswalk: PSIC ↔ PSOC crosswalk. Token-overlap ranking on official titles and descriptions; weak matches omitted. Use the PSIC pages as the industry side of the lookup.

FAQ

What does PSOC 5221 cover?

Shopkeepers operate small retail shops either independently or with support from a small number of others. Their tasks include: a) determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold; b) purchasing and ordering goods for sale from markets, wholesalers and other suppliers; c) budgeting and maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions; d) determining prices and displaying goods for sale; e) selling goods to customers and advising them on product use; f) examining returned goods and deciding on appropriate action; g) taking inventory of goods in stock. Examples of the occupations classified here: Grocer ,Maintenance storekeeper, Market tender, News agent, Sales helper/bagger, Salesman/Saleslady, Shopkeeper Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Market stall holder - 5211, Shop manager - 1420

Where is PSOC 5221 used in practice?

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Shop salespersons.

How do I choose PSOC 5221 over nearby options?

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Shop salespersons grouping.