Job prospects Direct Distributor - Retail in the Halifax Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Other sales related occupations in the Halifax Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Other sales related occupations (NOC 65109) in the Halifax region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate 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 Other sales related occupations in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Other sales related occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 67%
  • Management and administrative services (NAICS 55-56): 10%
  • Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 6%
  • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 5%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology