Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
shop manager
ESCO occupation · 27 essential, 20 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
adhere to organisational guidelines
maximise sales revenues
ensure customer focus
use different communication channels
ensure correct goods labelling
set up pricing strategies
supervise merchandise displays
maintain relationship with suppliers
obtain relevant licenses
manage theft prevention
sales activities
measure customer feedback
apply health and safety standards
apply procurement
oversee promotional sales prices
employment law
ensure compliance with purchasing and contracting regulations
manage staff
recruit employees
order supplies
set sales goals
negotiate sales contracts
maintain relationship with customers
monitor customer service
negotiate buying conditions
study sales levels of products
manage budgets
Optional & specialised skills
manage aftersales processes to comply with business standards
produce sales reports
operate cash point
ensure store security
implement marketing strategies
maintain store cleanliness
identify suppliers
managing a business with great care
examine merchandise
manage inventory
implement sales strategies
coordinate orders from various suppliers
perform market research
sell products
store products
process orders from online shop
write work-related reports
plan marketing strategy
handle financial overviews of the store
use internet to increase sales
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.