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Will AI replace Online Merchants?

O*NET occupation 13-1199.06

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

O*NET alternate job titles

  • E-Merchant
  • Online Merchant
  • Web Merchant
  • Online Retailer
  • Internet Merchant
  • E-Commerce Merchant
  • Online Services Manager
  • Merchandiser

Example core tasks from the O*NET database

  • Fill customer orders by packaging sold items and documentation for direct shipping or by transferring orders to manufacturers or third-party distributors.
  • Receive and process payments from customers, using electronic transaction services.
  • Create, manage, or automate orders or invoices, using order management or invoicing software.

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