Job prospects Shelf Stocker - Supermarket in the South Central Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers in the South Central Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers (NOC 65102) in the South Central region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers in the South Central region:

• Approximately 620 people work in this occupation.
• Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology