Peddler
ぎょうしょうにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Door-to-Door and Mobile Sales Workers
Summary
A peddler is a mobile type of retail business that carries goods themselves, visits customers directly, and sells on the spot.
Description
Peddlers purchase food, daily necessities, sundries, etc., and visit customers using shoulder carrying, handcarts, or mobile sales vehicles to sell. They grasp customer needs through dialogue and flexibly adjust their product lineup. The job involves a lot of long hours of standing work and movement, requiring physical stamina and independence. They also handle sales management, cash handling, procurement negotiations, and inventory management, and often operate independently as sole proprietors.
Future Outlook
Although the market is shrinking due to the spread of online shopping, community-based mobile sales are expected to maintain steady demand due to discounts for the elderly and convenience.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Freelancer / Market / Mobile Sales / Sole Proprietor / Street Stall
Career Path
Independent as Sole Proprietor → Retail Store Employment → Transfer to Wholesaler → Expansion of Mobile Sales Business → Sales Manager
Required Skills
Cash Management / Customer Service / Inventory Management / Pricing / Procurement Negotiation / Product Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Marketing Basics / Regional Analysis / Simple Repairs
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes in weather or sales locations. |
| Communication Skills | Frequent customer interactions, essential for building trust. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to sustain long hours of standing work and movement. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Not much route planning or strategic thinking is required. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly solo sales activities. |
Aliases
- Mobile Salesperson
- Peddler Salesperson
- Street Vendor
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