Greengrocer Owner
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Retail Store Managers
Summary
A greengrocer owner procures, displays, and manages the sales of fresh produce such as vegetables and fruits. They handle overall store operations, including customer service, inventory management, building procurement routes, and a wide range of other tasks.
Description
A greengrocer owner procures seasonal vegetables and fruits, arranges them attractively in the store, and proposes and sells them to customers. They manage inventory, set prices, adjust for unsold items, negotiate with suppliers, and respond to local customer needs. They also guide staff, develop store operation plans, and plan promotions, with product assortments required to support local production for local consumption and growing health consciousness. Tasks include early morning procurement and unloading, and a lot of standing work, requiring physical stamina and a continuous desire to learn.
Future Outlook
Amid growing consumer interest in health and local production for local consumption, demand for community-based greengrocer owners remains stable. On the other hand, there is potential for the introduction of new sales channels such as drive-thrus and e-commerce.
Personality Traits
Cheerful Personality / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Sociable
Work Style
Career Path
Apprentice Clerk → Assistant Manager → Store Manager → Multi-Store Expansion → Independence
Required Skills
Customer Service Skills / Display Techniques / Inventory Management / Procurement Negotiation
Recommended Skills
Cooking / SNS Operation / Sales Promotion Planning / Seasonal Product Development
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To discern the freshness and quality of products. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for customer service and staff guidance. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is required for unloading vegetables and fruits, and setting up displays. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because experience and intuition are valued more than logical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Produce Store Owner
- Vegetable Shop Owner
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