The number of self-employed retail sales worker supervisors and managers is expected to decline as independent retailers face increasing competition from national chains. Many managers receive a commission, or a combination of salary and commission. Under a commission system, retail managers receive a percentage of department or store sales. These systems offer managers the opportunity to significantly increase their earnings, but they may find that their earnings depend on their ability to sell their product and the condition of the economy. Managers who sell large amounts of merchandise often receive bonuses or other awards.
Retail managers receive typical benefits and, in some cases, stock options.
In addition, retail managers generally are able to buy their store's merchandise at a discount. Others with similar responsibilities include managers in restaurants , wholesale trade, hotels , banks, and hospitals . Links to non-BLS Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement. Information on employment opportunities for retail managers may be obtained from the employment offices of various retail establishments or State employment service offices. NW., Publications Dept., Washington, DC 20006-2701.