Shop keepers

Shopkeepers operate small retail shops either independently or with support from a small number of others.

Skill level: Semi-skilled

Check your pay

  • The majority of Shop keepers earn a salary between LKR17,563 and LKR58,353 per month in 2024.
  • A monthly wage for entry-level Shop keepers ranges from LKR17,563 to LKR39,264.
  • After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between LKR21,940 and LKR51,639 per month.

Job Definition

  • Determining product mix, stock and price levels for goods to be sold
  • Purchasing and ordering goods for sale from markets, wholesalers and other suppliers
  • Budgeting and maintaining records of stock levels and financial transactions
  • Determining prices and displaying goods for sale
  • Selling goods to customers and advising them on product use
  • Examining returned goods and deciding on appropriate action
  • Taking inventory of goods in stock
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