Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in Estrie

The employment outlook will be Limited for retail salespersons and visual merchandisers (NOC 64100) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• 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.

Employment in this occupation is linked to household consumption and the trends that influence the retail industry.

Household spending has been growing steadily for several years, boosting retail sales. However, the climate of uncertainty surrounding US tariffs could slow the economy and consumption, potentially limiting hiring in some companies in the short term.

In terms of trends, the digitization of retail businesses, as well as the increased use of e-commerce and chatbots, are expected to continue to limit job growth in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about retail salespersons and visual merchandisers in the Estrie region:

• Approximately 4,230 people work in this occupation.
• Retail salespersons and visual merchandisers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 73%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 7%