Sake Wholesaler Owner
さけ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
Sake wholesaler owners procure alcoholic beverages from manufacturers and others, and oversee the business of selling and distributing them to retail stores, restaurants, and so on.
Description
Sake wholesaler owners procure sake, beer, wine, whiskey, and other alcoholic beverages from manufacturers and importers, and sell them wholesale to liquor retailers, restaurants, and business customers. They obtain a liquor wholesale business license and handle transaction terms and conditions, price negotiations, proper inventory management, delivery schedule adjustments, order processing, and sales management. They also propose new products, plan promotions, grasp customer needs to expand sales channels, and aim to maximize profits. As business owners, formulating business plans, financial management, and human resource development are also important roles.
Future Outlook
With the diversification of alcohol consumption and expansion of EC sales, businesses focusing on online channels and overseas exports have growth opportunities, while shrinking demand due to population decline in the domestic market poses a challenge.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Cautious and attentive / Good at negotiations / Sociable / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Office work / Route sales / Store and warehouse work
Career Path
Sales representative → Chief or section chief → Store manager → Owner or proprietor → Industry consultant
Required Skills
Accounting and bookkeeping knowledge / Inventory management / Logistics coordination / Procurement negotiation skills / Sales and marketing
Recommended Skills
Data analysis / Foreign language communication skills (for business discussions) / Inventory management systems / Marketing knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent errors in quantities and delivery dates in inventory management and order processing. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for negotiations and coordination with customers and suppliers. |
| Initiative & Leadership | A proactive attitude is required to actively develop markets and propose new products. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical judgment is important for pricing, inventory management, sales analysis, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | Need to efficiently organize procurement plans, inventory management, delivery schedules, etc. |
Related Qualifications
- Liquor wholesale business license
Aliases
- Liquor wholesaler owner
- Sake wholesaler
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