product comprehension
The offered products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Market vendors sell products such as fruit, vegetables and household products on organised outdoor or indoor market places. They use sales techniques to recommend their goods to passersby.
Competences and skills
43 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
2 competencesconsumer protection
The current legislation applicable in relation to the rights of consumers in the marketplace.
value-added tax law
Taxes imposed on the purchase prices of goods and the legislation that governs this activity.
Essential skills and competences 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesarrange permit for market stall
Apply for permission at the local authorities to set up a stall on streets, squares and indoor market places.
assist customers
Provide support and advice to customers in making purchasing decisions by finding out their needs, selecting suitable service and products for them and politely answering questions about products and services.
guarantee customer satisfaction
Handle customer expectations in a professional manner, anticipating and addressing their needs and desires. Provide flexible customer service to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
operate cash register
Register and handle cash transactions by using point of sale register.
organise product display
Arrange goods in attractive and safe way. Set up a counter or other display area where demonstrations take place in order to attract the attention of prospective customers. Organise and maintain stands for merchandise display. Create and assemble sales spot and product displays for sales process.
Cross-sector
3 competencesadapt to different weather conditions
Cope with regular exposure to extreme weather conditions and hazardous environments.
maintain work area cleanliness
Keep the working area and equipment clean and orderly.
process payments
Accept payments such as cash, credit cards and debit cards. Handle reimbursement in case of returns or administer vouchers and marketing instruments such as bonus cards or membership cards. Pay attention to safety and the protection of personal data.
Optional knowledge 23 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
19 competencesbeverage products
The offered beverage products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
clothing and footwear products
The offered clothing and footwear products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
clothing sizes
Sizes of clothing items in order to make appropriate suggestions to customers.
coffee, tea, cocoa and spice products
The offered coffee, tea, cocoa and spice products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
cold chain
The temperature at which certain products are to be kept for consumption.
dairy and edible oil products
The offered dairy products and edible oil products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
electrical household appliances products
The offered electrical household appliances products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
electronic and telecommunication equipment
The offered electronic and telecommunication equipment and products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
digital
features of sporting equipment
Types of sporting, fitness and recreational equipment and sporting supplies and their characteristics.
fish, crustacean and mollusc products
The offered fish, crustacean and mollusc products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
floral composition techniques
The different ways of combining flowers and plants, according to ornamental techniques.
fruit and vegetable products
The offered fruit and vegetable products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
hides, skins and leather products
The offered hides, skins and leather products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
household products
The offered household products or goods, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
sales argumentation
Techniques and sales methods used in order to present a product or service to customers in a persuasive manner and to meet their expectations and needs.
sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery products
The offered sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
tobacco products
The varieties of products that can be manufactured using tobacco leaves as a base. The types of tobacco products which are smoked tobacco products, smokeless tobacco products, and byproducts of tobacco leaves.
types of watches
Types of wristwatches, such as mechanical and quartz, their features and functions, such as calendar, chronograph, water resistance, etc.
watches and jewellery products
The offered watches and jewellery products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
Cross-sector
4 competencesfabric types
Woven, non-woven, knitted fabrics and netting fabrics, technical fabrics such as Gore-Tex and Gannex.
fish varieties
The different types and varieties of fish on the market.
footwear industry
Major brands, manufacturers and products available on the footwear market including the different types of shoes, components and materials used.
textile industry
Major textile manufacturers on the market of various brands and materials.
Optional skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencescarry out active selling
Deliver thoughts and ideas in impactful and influencing manner to persuade customers to become interested in new products and promotions. Persuade clients that a product or service will satisfy their needs.
deliver a sales pitch
Prepare and deliver an understandably constructed sales talk for a product or a service, identifying and using persuasive argumentation.
demonstrate products' features
Demonstrate how to use a product in a correct and safe manner, provide customers with information on the product's main features and benefits, explain operation, correct use and maintenance. Persuade potential customers to purchase items.
perform manual work autonomously
Show the ability to pursue basic manual tasks without the help or assistance of others, not needing supervision or guidance, and taking responsibility for one's actions.
Cross-sector
5 competencesensure client orientation
Take actions which support business activities by considering client needs and satisfaction. This involves understanding what customers want, providing advices, selling products and services or processing complaints, while adopting a positive attitude.
ensure product preparation
Ensure that products such as food items are correctly prepared and made ready for consumption; combine different parts until they form one sellable unit.
negotiate price
Arrange an agreement on price of products or services provided or offered.
unload supplies
Remove deliveries from a truck and move new supplies to workplace or storage area.
upsell products
Persuade customers to buy additional or more expensive products.
- Scope note
- Products include also services.