Sectors

Sales, Retail & Purchasing

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At its heart, sales is about understanding people, what they desire, and what value they put on it. People in sales need to be enthusiastic, motivated, and have good people skills. However, the kind of interactions you will have can vary greatly. Business sales involves building ongoing relationships with counterparts in other businesses, whereas telesales will mean dealing daily with many people over the phone. It is a sector where you will face pressure from sales targets and deadlines. But for goal orientated people it will be rewarding, as your sales give you a tangible sense of your achievements.

Did You Know?

  • 62%
    of Irish consumers prefer shopping in store KPMG
  • 11%
    of total workforce are employed in sales National Skills Bulletin
  • €57k+
    average salary for Purchasing Manager Indeed.com
  • 24%
    of Irish consumers shop weekly or daily via smartphones PWC

Did You Know?

  • 62%
    of Irish consumers prefer shopping in store KPMG
  • 11%
    of total workforce are employed in sales National Skills Bulletin
  • €57k+
    average salary for Purchasing Manager Indeed.com
  • 24%
    of Irish consumers shop weekly or daily via smartphones PWC
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