Sales Clerk
えいぎょうじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Sales Clerks
Summary
A job that supports sales representatives by handling administrative tasks such as order management, quote creation, and invoice issuance.
Description
Sales clerks support sales representatives' work by managing orders and shipments, compiling sales figures, preparing quotes, issuing invoices, and performing other administrative tasks. They also handle customer correspondence via phone or email, internal coordination, document creation, data entry and management, playing a role in advancing sales activities efficiently. Accuracy and speed are required, and it is a job where communication skills and PC skills can be utilized.
Future Outlook
While routine clerical tasks are becoming automated due to the introduction of AI and RPA, there will be a shift toward more advanced tasks such as customer service and data analysis, with expectations for active roles in high-value tasks utilizing PC skills and communication abilities.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / High Accuracy / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Flexitime / Office Work / Remote / Shortened Hours Available
Career Path
Sales Clerk → Team Leader (Sales Administration) → Sales Administration Section Chief → Sales Planning Staff → Sales Manager
Required Skills
Business Manners (Phone and Email) / Data Entry / Excel (Advanced) / Order Management System Operation
Recommended Skills
Business Document Creation / Communication Skills (English Email) / Database Operation / PowerPoint (Presentation Creation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors are not tolerated in numerical management and invoice creation |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for customer and internal coordination |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for quantity calculations and sales analysis |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Frequent collaboration with sales department and other departments |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks are the main focus |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with minimal physical strain |
Related Qualifications
- Microsoft Office Specialist（MOS）
- Nissho Bookkeeping Grade 3
- Secretarial Skills Proficiency Test Level 2
Aliases
- Sales Administration
- Sales Assistant
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- Customer Support
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