Seafood Wholesaler Salesperson
すいさんなかおろしはんばいいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Food and Beverage Sales Clerks
Summary
Seafood wholesaler salespeople procure seafood at fish markets or from intermediate wholesalers and sell it to restaurants and retail stores as specialists. They read market conditions, manage freshness and negotiate prices, supporting stable supply.
Description
Seafood wholesaler salespeople purchase seafood delivered from fishing ports at fish markets, manage quality and freshness, and sell to restaurants and retail stores. They constantly grasp market prices and demand, determine procurement prices through negotiations with fishermen, intermediate wholesalers, and customers. They handle a series of distribution tasks including proper storage in refrigeration and freezing equipment, inventory management, delivery arrangements, and invoicing to maintain a stable supply system. The work involves early morning on-site operations and handling heavy items, requiring high physical strength and a sense of responsibility.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrate, aging population, and changes in consumer preferences, the market size is shrinking, but demand remains stable through development of high-value-added products, logistics efficiency improvements, and e-commerce utilization. With the expansion of direct-from-source and online sales, the role of intermediate wholesalers is also becoming more advanced.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Good at Negotiation / Physically Strong / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Delivery Operations / Early Morning Shifts / Market Work / Refrigerated Warehouse Work / Team-Based
Career Path
Seafood Wholesaler Apprentice → Seafood Wholesaler Salesperson → Seafood Wholesaler Supervisor → Trading Company Seafood Department Staff → Independent Wholesaler Owner
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Negotiation) / Freshness Management / Price Evaluation / Product Display
Recommended Skills
Foreign Language Communication (Export Operations) / Forklift Operation Skills / Hygiene Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to quickly respond to fluctuations in market prices and demand. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed checks are necessary to maintain freshness and quality. |
| Communication Skills | To negotiate and coordinate smoothly with market contacts and suppliers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Requires physical strength due to frequent transporting and sorting of heavy items. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because daily procurement and sales operations are the focus rather than new product planning. |
Related Qualifications
- Forklift Operator
Aliases
- Fish Wholesaler
- Seafood Intermediate Wholesaler
Related Jobs
- Fresh Fish Salesperson
- Seafood Logistics Staff
- Seafood Processing Technician