Market Director (Local Government)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Other Managerial Occupations
- Minor : Administrative Public Officials
Summary
This occupation oversees the management and operations of public wholesale markets operated by local governments, handling a wide range of tasks from budget formulation to facility management, hygiene and safety management, and coordination with vendors.
Description
The Market Director serves as the head of public wholesale markets operated by local governments, overseeing overall market operations. They manage budgets and finances based on the Wholesale Market Law, handle bidding and price setting, maintain facilities, ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards, and coordinate and negotiate with vendors and related organizations to ensure smooth distribution in the market and stimulate the local economy. Additionally, analyzing demand trends, risk management, planning and implementing market efficiency measures using ICT, and crisis response during disasters are important roles.
Future Outlook
Due to population decline and changes in distribution structures, market reorganization and efficiency improvements are required. With the advancement and diversification of market operations through ICT introduction and support for the 6th industrialization, the role of the Market Director is expected to expand.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good at coordination / Has integrity / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Discretionary Labor System / Fixed Hours / Government Agency Work / Possibility of Transfer / Site Visits
Career Path
Local Government General Position (Technical) → Market Planning and Operations Staff → Facility Management Supervisor → Section Chief Level (Management) → Market Director → Department Head Level (Overall Wholesale Market Supervision)
Required Skills
Budget Management and Financial Analysis / Facility Management / Legal Knowledge / Negotiation and Coordination Skills / Public Procurement Operations
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Language Skills (English) / Project Management / Risk Management / System Operations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Ability to analyze market trends and supply-demand balance is necessary. |
| Communication Skills | High interpersonal communication skills are required for coordination and negotiation with vendors and related organizations. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Leadership is necessary for improving market operations and proposing measures. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is required to oversee operation plans and budget formulation. |
| Problem Solving | Because problem-solving frequently occurs, such as facility troubles and coordination between vendors. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and meetings, with little prolonged standing work. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Local Government Civil Service Exam (Administrative Position)
Aliases
- Public Market Director
- Wholesale Market Director
Related Jobs
- Facility Manager
- Local Government General Administrative Position
- Market Operations Staff