Service & Retail
Retail Salesperson
SOC 41-2031 · No formal education · 4,080K employed
75
AI Risk Score
Median Salary
$33K
10-Year Growth
-2%
U.S. Jobs
4,080K
Outlook
declining
How AI Affects This Role
E-commerce and self-checkout reduce retail jobs. Surviving roles require consultative selling and product expertise.
Key Skills
Customer ServiceProduct KnowledgeSalesPOS SystemsInventory
AI-Resistant Skills
Consultative sellingComplex product demosCustomer relationships
Career Transition Paths
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FAQ
Will AI replace retail salespersons?
E-commerce and self-checkout reduce retail jobs. Surviving roles require consultative selling and product expertise.
What education do I need?
Typical entry: No formal education. Key skills: Customer Service, Product Knowledge, Sales, POS Systems, Inventory.