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As a sales supervisor, you’ll use your leadership and sales skills to organise and manage the duties of sales staff, mainly in retail and wholesale outlets. You’ll need strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Keep reading to learn more about the job and how you can get employed.
A role as a sales supervisor could see you based in a variety of different working environments e.g., in a store, office or factory. You’ll be able to find job openings at most companies that have sales staff. For example, you could be a sales supervisor in-store for a fashion brand or you could supervise an office-based sales team at an insurance firm.
Your main responsibility will be to get the most out of the sales team by helping with day-to-day tasks, as well as trying to increase motivation and performance. You’ll also likely be responsible for budgeting and managing costs. It can be a rewarding role, as you’re focused on helping others perform to a high standard.
Daily tasks will vary but could involve:
The average salary for a sales supervisor in the UK is £21,320.
Sales supervisors typically work from an office or store but may also travel within the UK to meet clients. If working for an international company you could be expected to travel overseas.
You can work from home as a sales supervisor but if managing a team it may be better to work from an office where you can oversee your colleagues in person.
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