Route Sales Representative (Chemical Products)
るーとせーるすいん（かがくひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Representative Occupations
- Minor : Chemical Product Sales Representatives
Summary
A sales position that regularly visits existing customers to propose, sell, and follow up on chemical products. Requires product knowledge and building customer relationships.
Description
Route Sales Representatives (Chemical Products) belong to chemical manufacturers or trading companies, regularly visiting existing customers to handle product proposals, quotations, orders, delivery management, and complaint resolution. Building trust with customers and coordinating with internal departments (manufacturing, logistics, quality control) are crucial. They monitor market trends, product characteristics, and changes in laws and regulations to provide optimal solutions. Travel is mainly by company car, and duties also include internal reporting and data management.
Future Outlook
With the globalization of the chemical products industry and emphasis on sustainability, demand for route sales representatives with product expertise is expected to remain stable and increase.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
BtoB Sales / Business Trips / Company Car Provided / Direct to/from Work Allowed / Flex Time (Depending on Company)
Career Path
Sales Assistant → Route Sales Representative → Sales Chief → Sales Manager → Sales Director
Required Skills
Excel Operation / Inventory and Delivery Management / Product Knowledge (Chemical Products) / Report Writing / Sales Negotiation Skills
Recommended Skills
CRM Tool Operation / English Proficiency (for Overseas Manufacturers) / Negotiation Skills / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent errors in product specifications or contract conditions. |
| Communication Skills | Because building trust with customers and negotiation are important. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | To adapt to changes in chemical product characteristics and regulations. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to efficiently manage visit schedules and proposal activities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves office work and meetings with minimal heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler
- High-Pressure Gas Sales Supervisor
Aliases
- Chemical Products Route Sales
- Existing Customer Sales
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- Field Sales
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