Retail / Wholesale

The retail and wholesale sector is the largest private sector employer in the province.

According to the WorkPEI Employment Analysis, as of December 2024, 11,700 people were employed in retail and wholesale on PEI.

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Some types of retail stores on PEI

Appliance, TV, & Electronics
Grocery
Auto Parts and Accessories
Health Food Supplies
Baked Goods
Books
Hardware
Building Materials & Supplies
Jewellery
Car, Boat, & Heavy Equipment
Lawn and Garden Equipment
Computers & Software
Luggage and Leather Goods
Convenience

Meat, Fish & Seafood Markets
Department
Florists
Office Supplies
Furniture
Pharmacies
Flooring
Sewing
Gas Stations
Sports, Toys, Hobby, Games & Music
Gift, Novelty & Souvenirs
Nurseries & Garden Centres

Some staff titles

General Manager
Sales Associate
Service Manager
Cashier
Department Manager
Department Supervisor
Licensed Technician

Shipper/Receiver
Operational Manager
Associate Buyer
Sports Clerk
Service Advisor
Promoter

Top websites to find PEI retail jobs

For an overview of many Job Posting sites, advertising PEI jobs, click here.

For more information about retail careers, visit the Retail Council of Canada at www.retailcouncil.org.

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