Shelf Filler
SOC 53-7065.00 · ESCO 9334 · OSCA 891231
Role snapshot
Overview
Stocks shelves and displays in retail stores by unpacking deliveries, rotating older products to the front, and keeping aisles tidy and well-organised. Ensures products are accessible, correctly priced, and visually appealing for customers.
Ensures products are readily available for customers, contributing directly to sales and customer satisfaction by maintaining an organised and shoppable store environment.
On the job
- Unpack, sort, and organise incoming product deliveries
- Replenish shelves, ensuring products are correctly faced and priced
- Rotate stock to minimise waste and ensure freshness (FIFO - First In, First Out)
- Maintain clean and organised backroom and sales floor areas
- Assist customers with product location or basic inquiries
Tools & technology
Average salary
Job outlook
StableDemand is steady. This is an established role with consistent hiring across sectors.
Education & training
Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. On-the-job training is common and often sufficient.
Career pathways
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Who thrives here
Interest profile
conventional · CRE
People who enjoy practical, hands-on tasks, prefer clear routines, and have a good eye for organisation and display, often thrive in this role.
Personality characteristics
Conscientious
Pays close attention to detail in stocking and organisation, ensuring accuracy and tidiness.
Practical
Prefers hands-on tasks and physical work over abstract problem-solving or theoretical discussions.
Agreeable
Works well with team members and responds positively to customer needs and requests.
Calm under pressure
Maintains composure during busy periods or unexpected delivery issues, focusing on the task at hand.
Organised
Systematically manages stock rotation and ensures efficient use of space, both on shelves and in storage.
Best for
- Individuals who enjoy physical work and maintaining order and cleanliness.
- Those who prefer clear instructions and a consistent daily routine.
- People who find satisfaction in contributing to a well-organised and accessible retail space.
Watch out for
- Requires sustained physical activity, lifting, and standing, which may not suit everyone.
- Can involve repetitive tasks and limited opportunities for creative problem-solving or high-level decision-making.
A week in the life
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