Grocery Store Owner
しょくりょうひんこりいてんしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Retail Store Managers
Summary
Operates a grocery store, handling procurement, inventory management, customer service, and overall store management. Provides product assortments and services tailored to local community needs to maximize revenue.
Description
A grocery store owner is the management head of a store handling diverse food products such as fresh fish, meat, produce, and prepared foods. Manages overall store operations including negotiations with suppliers, pricing, merchandising plans, inventory control, hygiene management, sales analysis, and plans and implements services and promotional activities tailored to customer needs. Also handles staff recruitment, training, and shift scheduling, pursuing stable revenue through community-oriented store management.
Future Outlook
Demand for community-oriented stores remains stable, but competition from online supermarkets and major chains is intensifying. Strengthening services for the elderly, digitalization, and integration with online sales will be key going forward.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Action-oriented / Attentive to others / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Night and early morning shifts / Shift work / Store Management
Career Path
Apprentice Clerk → Staff Leader → Assistant Manager → Store Manager → Multi-Store Manager → Independent Opening
Required Skills
Customer Service / Inventory Management / Procurement Negotiation / Product Merchandising / Sales Analysis / Simple Accounting
Recommended Skills
IT Literacy / Marketing Knowledge / Sales Promotion Planning / Staff Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Meticulous attention is required for expiration dates and quality control. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with customers and suppliers is essential. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactive decision-making is required in store operations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to handle long hours of standing and stocking work. |
| Planning & Organization | Effective ordering and merchandising plans are necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Salesperson Qualification
Aliases
- Grocery Store Operator
- Grocery Store Owner
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