Job prospects Shelf Stocker - Supermarket in the Southwest Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers in the Southwest Region. There were 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 Southwest region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new 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.
• 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 Southwest region:

• Approximately 880 people work in this occupation.
• Store shelf stockers, clerks and order fillers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology