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Stall and Market Salesperson
Occupation Code: 5211
Alternative titles: Street Vendor, Market Trader, Market Hawker, Market Stall Assistant, Stall and Market Owner
Job description and duties
Stall and Market Salespersons sell products and assist customers in their purchase. They set up a stall in occasional markets (e.g. Christmas markets) or in local markets which are found in villages and towns or other open spaces on a daily or weekly basis. Stall and Market Salespersons may also work from a van. They usually sell food, clothes, accessories, electronics, souvenirs, crafts, toys, household goods and other items.
Depending on the products sold, a Stall and Market Salesperson is typically expected to:
• Set up and dismantle the stall
• Display goods on the stall
• Serve and advise customers on products for
sale
• Receive payment and give change to
customers
• Maintain and develop relationships with
returning and new customers
• Deal with customer complaints
• Carry out stock takes and order new stock
If a Stall and Market Salesperson is also the owner, one would be expected to:
• Deal with suppliers and buy products at agreed prices
• Clean the stall/van
• Keep records of goods bought and sold
• Keep up-to-date with trading laws and
local regulations
• Be innovative to attract more business
Work environment
Stall and Market Salespersons work outside, selling goods from stalls or vans. Stalls tend to be positioned in strategic places around Malta and Gozo. Stall and Market Salespersons work in different weather conditions throughout the year.
Stall and Market Salespersons usually work full-time. Self-employment is common and Stall and Market Salespersons typically manage their own stall. One is typically required to work long hours including early mornings and weekends.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
111
Share of foreigners (2017)
5%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+16%
Median Pay (per annum)
€10,700
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