Central Wholesale Market Intermediary
ちゅうおうおろしうりしじょうなかおろしにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Wholesale Store Managers
Summary
Central wholesale market intermediaries procure fresh foods and other items at the central wholesale market and sell them to retailers and restaurants. They handle procurement, quality control, price negotiation, inventory management, delivery coordination, and more.
Description
Central wholesale market intermediaries procure fresh ingredients (vegetables, fruits, seafood, etc.) shipped to the central wholesale market, performing sorting, processing, packaging, and inventory management. They conduct price negotiations and delivery schedule adjustments with clients such as retail stores, restaurants, and restaurant chains, selling at wholesale prices. Through auctions or negotiated transactions within the market, they negotiate with procurement sources, develop procurement strategies considering demand trends, and strictly manage temperature and sanitation to maintain quality. Tasks also include delivery arrangements, management of delivery vehicles within the market, and optimization of inventory turnover rates. Features include long hours of standing work and frequent early morning shifts, requiring physical stamina and quick judgment.
Future Outlook
While aging is progressing, market distribution is being reviewed due to direct shipments from production areas and e-commerce. Demand for intermediary wholesalers with knowledge of traceability and logistics efficiency will remain stable, but traditional intermediary wholesale operations are trending toward contraction.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good physical stamina / High attention to detail / Strong negotiation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early Morning Shifts / Market Work / Standing Work / Team Work
Career Path
Intermediary Wholesaler Employee → Intermediary Wholesaler Chief → Intermediary Wholesaler Manager → Sales Manager → Independence and Entrepreneurship
Required Skills
Inventory Management / Judging quality by product type / Market Transactions / Price Negotiation / Quality Management
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Skills (Inventory Management) / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Logistics Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to respond quickly to market price fluctuations and changes in demand. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required for verifying quality standards and preventing shipping errors. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are necessary for price negotiations and coordination with trading partners. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy loads and long hours of standing work. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning and organizational skills are important for inventory management and delivery scheduling. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure pressure from price fluctuations and early morning shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is primarily routine-based with little need for new ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Intermediary Wholesaler
- Market Intermediary Wholesaler
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