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Retail Managers

ANZSCO 1421

Employed

247,500

Part-time share

18%

Female share

48%

Median weekly earnings

$1,620

Median age

42 yrs

Employment outlook

Growing

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

About this career

Retail Managers organise and control the operations of establishments which provide retail services.

What they typically do

  • Determining product mix, stock levels and service standards
  • Formulating and implementing purchasing and marketing policies, and setting prices
  • Promoting and advertising the establishment's goods and services
  • Selling goods and services to customers and advising them on product use
  • Maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
  • Undertaking budgeting for the establishment
  • Controlling selection, training and supervision of staff
  • Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
31.7%
VIC
24.3%
QLD
22.3%
WA
10.9%
SA
6.6%
TAS
2%
ACT
1.4%
NT
0.9%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Retail Managers.