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Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers

Median Salary
84,570
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of sales workers other than retail sales workers. May perform duties such as budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

75%

Self-employed

19%

Private not for profit

3%

State and local government

2%

Federal Government

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$44,790

10%

$84,570

Median

$112,090

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    44%

  • High school

    16%

  • Some college

    16%

  • Master's degree

    12%

  • Associate's degree

    9%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Selling Skills and Sales Operations
  • General Merchandising, Sales, and Related Marketing Operations, Other
  • Special Products Marketing Operations

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Leadership

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administration and Management
  • Personnel and Human Resources
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Computers and Electronics

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Decision Making

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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