Typical work activities Making key decisions relating to the constant demands of stock control and management, sales analysis and forecasting to ensure maximisation of sales. These are all set against a backdrop of quality customer service. There is increasing use of IT in recording sales, data analysis and forward planning. This is not possible or unlikely Opportunities exist for independent trading but small grocery businesses face fierce competition from the buying power of large chains.
Larger stores have training centres.
Some project work may be required. Trainees are expected to drive their own future in accordance with business needs. Career development Typical development includes managing a larger department, assistant store management and store management. From there some move into area management, and fewer into head office such as buying and marketing. The salary data was collected in Jun 00 Salaries in larger chains are very competitive.