Furniture Wholesale Store Owner
かぐおろしうりてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Wholesale Store Managers
Summary
An occupation that oversees and manages the business of purchasing products from furniture manufacturers and selling and delivering them to retail stores, etc.
Description
Furniture wholesale store owners conduct negotiations on prices and delivery dates with manufacturers and producers, and formulate and implement procurement plans. They oversee inventory management, logistics arrangements, order processing operations, invoicing and payment collection management, and develop and execute sales strategies for client retail stores. Additionally, through analysis of sales data, they optimize the product lineup to maximize sales and profits. They also handle staff management and marketing planning, bearing responsibility for the overall business operations.
Future Outlook
The furniture wholesale business is advancing with e-commerce and logistics efficiency improvements, making digital adaptation and new sales channel development key. Demand is expected to increase for inventory and sales management utilizing AI and data analysis.
Personality Traits
Able to pay attention to details / Able to respond flexibly / Has initiative / Has negotiation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Depending on the Company (Flex System) / Office Work / Warehouse Work
Career Path
Sales Representative → Buyer → Wholesale Store Supervisor → Wholesale Store Manager → Head of Sales
Required Skills
Accounting Knowledge / Inventory Management / Logistics Management / Order Processing / Pricing / Purchasing Negotiation Skills
Recommended Skills
Business English / ERP / Marketing Knowledge / Product Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy in orders and invoices is crucial. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for negotiations and coordination with clients. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary for planning in response to market trends and new market development. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical analysis is essential for cost management, pricing, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for inventory management, logistics coordination, and procurement planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
Aliases
- Furniture Wholesale Sales Store Owner
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