6199 Other Sales Support Workers
6199 Other Sales Support Workers
This unit group covers Sales Support Workers not elsewhere classified. It includes Entertainment Venue Attendants, Merchandise Planners, Personal Shoppers, Reservations Agents and Retail Buyers.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 2: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience
- Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
- Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
619931 Entertainment Venue Attendant
Assists customers in an entertainment venue such as a cinema, theatre, sporting venue or amusement park.
Gaming Attendants are excluded from this occupation. Gaming Attendants are included in Occupation 471431 Gaming Attendant.
Specialisations
- Cinema Worker
- Entertainment Ticket Seller
- Gatekeeper
- Theatre Attendant
- Usher
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Sells and verifies tickets or passes at entertainment venues
- Provides information to customers regarding locations, timing of services and established bookings
- Assists with setting up signage, seating arrangements and equipment at the venue
- Assists customers in using automated ticketing systems and provides guidance when needed
- Assists customers with finding their seats or designated areas
- Handles any issues or complaints from customers and escalates them as appropriate
- Monitors the behaviour and conduct of customers during events, and assists in crowd control and emergency evacuation if necessary
- Assists to clean and secure the premises after an event
- May sell food, drink or merchandise at an entertainment venue
619932 Merchandise Planner
Plans, organises and controls merchandise by analysing sales data and market trends to forecast product demand.
Skill level: 2
Main tasks
- Analyses sales data and market trends to create merchandise plans on forecast product demand
- Manages financial planning, forecasting and open-to-buy budgets
- Collaborates with buying and marketing teams to develop and manage product assortments and promotional strategies based on market analysis and financial planning
- Manages inventory across stores to ensure optimal stock levels, minimise excess inventory and prevent stockouts
- Monitors sales performance and adjusts merchandise plans as needed
- Conducts financial analysis to track profitability and make recommendations for improvement
619933 Personal Shopper
Receives orders from customers and selects goods to fill orders, preparing them for pick up or delivery to customers.
Alternative title
- Online Shopper
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Receives customer orders or specifications via appointment, phone or online
- Reviews orders and selects appropriate goods from a retail establishment or wholesaler
- Assesses chosen products for quality
- Packages goods to prepare for delivery or pickup
- Reports unsatisfactory and out of stock goods, and selects substitutions
- Adheres to a specified budget, and records amount owed by customer for later transaction or verifies successful online payment
619934 Reservations Agent
Provides booking or reservation services to customers for travel, accommodation or events.
Travel Agents are excluded from this occupation. Travel Agents are included in Occupation 461831 Travel Consultant.
Specialisation
- Booking Agent
Skill level: 5
Main tasks
- Consults with customers regarding availability for reservations, including for accommodation, travel, sporting events and restaurants
- Makes bookings or reservations on behalf of customers and provides confirmation
- Maintains accurate records of bookings or reservations, and liaises with other service providers to ensure efficient delivery of reservation information
- Processes payments and issues receipts or invoices to customers
- Handles customer queries and complaints, and provides information to customers regarding cancellation or refund policies
619935 Retail Buyer
Selects and buys goods for resale in a retail establishment.
Skill level: 3
Main tasks
- Sources and evaluates potential suppliers, and negotiates contracts and terms of trade
- Reviews and assesses supplier performance and reports any issues or disputes
- Monitors inventory levels, pricing and delivery times using business-relevant software or systems, and adjusts purchasing decisions accordingly
- Develops and maintains relationships with suppliers, and attends trade shows and industry events
- Collaborates with marketing and sales teams to develop promotional strategies and campaigns
- Reviews and evaluates product quality, and ensures compliance with industry standards and regulations
- Prepares and presents reports on purchasing activities and performance to management
619999 Sales Support Workers nec
This occupation group covers Sales Support Workers not elsewhere classified.
Skill level: 4
Occupations in this group include:
- Auction Assistant
- Mystery Shopper
- Print Broker
- Wholesaler Buyer
- Wool Buyer