Department Store Purchasing Clerk
ひゃっかてんしいれかかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
Summary
Clerical position in department stores responsible for selecting products for sale, purchasing, and inventory management.
Description
Department store purchasing clerks select and order products to handle based on sales data and market trends, and engage in price negotiations and delivery adjustments with suppliers. They aim to maximize sales by maintaining appropriate inventory levels and arranging product lineups according to each sales floor or season. Within the company, they collaborate with sales and product planning departments, often taking on the role of MD (Merchandiser), and are required to have a wide range of business skills such as data analysis, cost management, and sales promotion proposals.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the EC market, skills in data analysis and procurement for online products will be required. Flexibility to respond to diversifying purchasing trends will be important, and demand for MDs and buyer managers with enhanced expertise is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Analytical orientation / Curious and inquisitive / Strong coordination skills / Strong negotiation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business trips / Flexitime / Office work / Partial remote work possible
Career Path
Purchasing staff → Senior buyer → Merchandise department manager → Buyer manager → MD (Merchandiser)
Required Skills
Cost calculation / Data analysis / Excel (Advanced) / Inventory management / Market research analysis / Negotiation skills
Recommended Skills
BI tools / ERP system knowledge / Language skills / Presentation skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is important for managing prices, delivery dates, and quantities. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for negotiations with suppliers and internal coordination. |
| Planning & Organization | Excellent planning and organizational skills are required for purchasing plans and inventory adjustments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
- Salesperson Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Department store buyer
- Department store purchasing staff
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- MD (Merchandiser)
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- Retail store buyer