Fruit Wholesaler
くだものなかおろしにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Wholesale Store Managers
Summary
Specialist who appraises fruits collected from production areas at wholesale markets and sells or intermediates to retail stores and restaurants.
Description
Fruit wholesaler is an occupation at wholesale markets that procures fruits from diverse production areas, discerns quality and freshness, and sells or intermediates to retail stores and restaurants. Participates in market auctions to bid successfully at appropriate prices, handles inventory management, shipment adjustments, and logistics arrangements. Also engages in customer negotiations, demand forecasting, and seasonal assortment planning, playing a role in maintaining the market's supply-demand balance.
Future Outlook
While business forms diversify due to reorganization of domestic wholesale markets and increase in direct sales outlets, stable demand is expected as the foundation of fresh logistics.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Sociable / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Early morning shifts / Full-time / Indoor and outdoor work / Shift work
Career Path
Wholesale Apprentice → Fruit Wholesaler → Department Leader → Sales Manager → Market Operations Company Staff
Required Skills
Auction / Inventory Management / Logistics Coordination / Price Negotiation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Accounting Knowledge / Customer Management / Logistics Management / Safety and Hygiene Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Quick adaptation to market supply-demand and price fluctuations is required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accurate appraisal is needed to not miss differences in damage or ripeness. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of negotiation and coordination with suppliers and customers. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to constantly learn information on various varieties and production areas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | High physical stamina is required for handling large loads and early morning standing work. |
| Planning & Organization | Schedule management from arrival to sales is important. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to long hours from early morning and high stress from price fluctuations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Daily transactions are centered rather than new product development, so creativity is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Forklift Operation Training
Aliases
- Fruit Wholesaler
- Produce Wholesaler
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