Waste Paper Wholesaler
こし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
Engages in the business of procuring waste paper, sorting and processing it, and wholesaling it to paper mills and recycled paper manufacturers.
Description
The waste paper wholesaler procures waste paper from collectors and industrial dischargers, sorts, compresses, and processes it by quality, and sells it to paper companies and recycled paper manufacturers. They constantly monitor market supply and demand trends and price fluctuations, conduct price negotiations and delivery schedule adjustments with clients. They also maintain an efficient supply system through inventory management, warehouse operations, and logistics arrangements, building stable trading relationships. Compliance with environmental regulations and recycling-related laws is also an important task.
Future Outlook
While recycling demand is increasing due to heightened environmental awareness, the supply of waste paper may decrease due to digitalization and paperless trends. Securing stable clients and providing high value-added services will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Good at Negotiation / Interested in the Natural Environment / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Can Be Independent / Face-to-Face Transactions / Field Surveys / Warehouse Management
Career Path
Industry Apprentice Staff → Store Staff → Store Manager (Wholesale) → Independent Business Operation
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Inventory Management / Logistics Arrangement / Negotiation Skills / Quality Inspection and Sorting
Recommended Skills
Business Document Creation / Forklift Operation / Recycling Market Analysis / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Ability to quickly respond to market fluctuations and changes in laws and regulations is needed. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required in waste paper quality sorting and yield management. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for price negotiations and adjustments with clients. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactivity is important in business expansion and risk management. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Ability to accurately calculate procurement and sales prices and profits is needed. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for handling and sorting heavy waste paper. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for inventory management and transportation schedule adjustments. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for adjustments during inventory shortages and quality issue responses. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to withstand stress from price fluctuations and logistics troubles. |
Aliases
- Recycled Waste Paper Wholesaler
- Waste Paper Dealer
- Waste Paper Wholesaler
Related Jobs
- Paper Mill Buyer
- Recycling Plant Operator
- Resource Collection and Transportation Operator