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First-Line Supervisor of Non-Retail Sales Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of sales workers other than retail sales workers. May perform duties such as budgeting, accounting, and personnel work, in addition to supervisory duties.

Annual openings

786

Median wage

$110,450

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+4%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. Work experience in a lead role in a Sales position is highly valued.

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Automation exposure

Low exposure

Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.

A typical day

  1. Listen to and resolve customer complaints regarding services, products, or personnel.
  2. Keep records pertaining to purchases, sales, and requisitions.
  3. Attend company meetings to exchange product information and coordinate work activities with other departments.
  4. Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or performing specific services.
  5. Plan and prepare work schedules, and assign employees to specific duties.
  6. Monitor sales staff performance to ensure that goals are met.
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