Central Wholesale Market Manager (Local Public Bodies)
ちゅうおうおろしうりしじょうちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
A management position in local public bodies that oversees the overall operations of central wholesale markets, ensures fair and smooth transactions, and handles coordination and management among stakeholders.
Description
The Central Wholesale Market Manager is a position that oversees the operations of central wholesale markets as the responsible person for local public bodies. Handles the operation of price formation through bidding methods, formulation and implementation of hygiene and quality management standards, maintenance and management of facilities, supervision of budget formulation and execution, and negotiations and adjustments with shippers, intermediate wholesalers, consumer and producer groups, and administrative agencies. To maintain market credibility and revitalize the local economy, thoroughly implements risk management, planning and execution of improvement measures, compliance with laws and regulations, and strives to ensure the efficiency and sustainability of market functions.
Future Outlook
With population decline and changes in distribution structures, market operations efficiency and ICT introduction are advancing. New roles such as sustainable local production for local consumption and export support are expected.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has leadership / Has stress tolerance / Has strong sense of responsibility / Values fairness and impartiality
Work Style
Civil Servant / Full-time / Meeting Coordination Tasks / Office Work / Site Visits
Career Path
Local Civil Servant (Class I) → Market Section Manager → Central Wholesale Market Manager → Industrial Promotion Director → Vice Mayor / Mayor
Required Skills
Administrative Operations Management / Coordination with Related Organizations / Financial Budget Management / Hygiene Management and Quality Control / Market Transaction System / Risk Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (English) / Crisis Management / Data Analysis (BI Tools) / IT System Utilization / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze market data and price trends and make appropriate operational judgments. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination with diverse stakeholders such as producers, wholesalers, and administrative agencies is necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is required to lead improvements and reforms in market operations. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to formulate and execute transaction schedules and facility management plans is essential. |
| Problem Solving | To maintain market trust through prompt and accurate responses during troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to withstand high mental stress such as diverse interest adjustments and emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on routine operational management, stable operations are required more than new ideas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and meetings, with little physical labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Sanitation Supervisor
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
- Local Civil Servant Upper Grade (Class I)
Aliases
- Central Market Manager
- Market Manager
- Wholesale Market Manager
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