Recycled Goods Collector (Including Wholesaling)
りさいくるひんかいしゅうにん（おろしうりまでおこなうもの）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation that collects unnecessary items from households and companies, sorts and processes them into recycled resources, and sells to wholesale markets or processors.
Description
Recycled goods collectors (including those handling up to wholesaling) collect unnecessary items such as waste paper, metal scraps, and plastics from households and businesses, transport them back, sort by material, inspect, process (compress and pack), and sell as recycled resources to wholesale markets or recycling processors. They handle a wide range of tasks including planning collection routes, vehicle transportation, loading/unloading, price negotiations with trading partners, inventory management, bookkeeping, and invoice processing, and must comply with laws (Secondhand Dealers Act, Waste Management Act).
Future Outlook
Demand for recycled resources is expanding due to the influence of SDGs and decarbonized society. Addressing price fluctuation risks and improving business efficiency through digitalization will be future challenges and opportunities.
Personality Traits
Has Endurance / Has Physical Strength / Has Sociability / Has Strong Sense of Responsibility / Is Meticulous
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Outsourced Work / Sole Proprietor
Career Path
Site Operation Staff → Team Leader → Sales Manager → Business Manager → Recycled Resources Consultant → Independence
Required Skills
Business Negotiation / Driving Skills (Large Vehicles) / Forklift Operation / Heavy Cargo Handling / Recycled Resources Sorting and Inspection
Recommended Skills
Basic PC Operation / Inventory Management System Operation / Legal Knowledge / Presentation (Negotiation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Accuracy is required to prevent foreign matter contamination and ensure legal compliance. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of negotiation and coordination with clients. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength is essential due to frequent heavy lifting and outdoor work. |
| Planning & Organization | Necessary for optimizing collection routes and inventory management. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because they mostly follow existing work procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Secondhand Dealer License (Secondhand Business License)
Aliases
- Recycled Resources Collection Business
- Scrap Wholesaler
- Waste Collection Business
Related Jobs
- Recycling Shop Staff
- Scrap Dealer
- Waste Collection Driver