Unit group 5223

PSOC Unit group 5223 — Shop sales assistants

Shop sales assistants sell a range of goods and services directly to the public or on behalf of retail and wholesale establishments, and explain the functions and qualities of these goods and services. Their tasks include: a) determining customer requirements and advising on product range, price, delivery, warranties and product use and care; b) demonstrating and explaining to customers the establishment's goods and services; c) selling goods and services; accepting payment by a variety of payment methods; preparing sales invoices; and recording sales using cash registers; d) assisting with the ongoing management of stock such as product inventories and participating in stock takes; e) stacking and displaying goods for sale, and wrapping and packing goods sold. Examples of the occupations classified here: Merchandising assistant, Sales clerk, Salesperson (hotel and restaurant), Salesperson (retail/wholesale establishment), Shop assistant Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Checkout operator - 5230, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Kiosk salesperson - 5211, Market salesperson - 5211, Shop manager - 1420, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street food vendor - 5212, Street stall salesperson - 5211

Level Unit group
Code 5223
Children 0
Source PSOC
Practical summary

What this code covers

Shop sales assistants sell a range of goods and services directly to the public or on behalf of retail and wholesale establishments, and explain the functions and qualities of these goods and services. Their tasks include: a) determining customer requirements and advising on product range, price, delivery, warranties and product use and care; b) demonstrating and explaining to customers the establishment's goods and services; c) selling goods and services; accepting payment by a variety of payment methods; preparing sales invoices; and recording sales using cash registers; d) assisting with the ongoing management of stock such as product inventories and participating in stock takes; e) stacking and displaying goods for sale, and wrapping and packing goods sold. Examples of the occupations classified here: Merchandising assistant, Sales clerk, Salesperson (hotel and restaurant), Salesperson (retail/wholesale establishment), Shop assistant Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Checkout operator - 5230, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Kiosk salesperson - 5211, Market salesperson - 5211, Shop manager - 1420, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street food vendor - 5212, Street stall salesperson - 5211

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

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FAQ

What does PSOC 5223 cover?

Shop sales assistants sell a range of goods and services directly to the public or on behalf of retail and wholesale establishments, and explain the functions and qualities of these goods and services. Their tasks include: a) determining customer requirements and advising on product range, price, delivery, warranties and product use and care; b) demonstrating and explaining to customers the establishment's goods and services; c) selling goods and services; accepting payment by a variety of payment methods; preparing sales invoices; and recording sales using cash registers; d) assisting with the ongoing management of stock such as product inventories and participating in stock takes; e) stacking and displaying goods for sale, and wrapping and packing goods sold. Examples of the occupations classified here: Merchandising assistant, Sales clerk, Salesperson (hotel and restaurant), Salesperson (retail/wholesale establishment), Shop assistant Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Checkout operator - 5230, Food service counter attendant - 5246, Kiosk salesperson - 5211, Market salesperson - 5211, Shop manager - 1420, Shopkeeper - 5221, Street food vendor - 5212, Street stall salesperson - 5211

Where is PSOC 5223 used in practice?

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

How do I choose PSOC 5223 over nearby options?

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