Product Consignment Salesperson
しょうひんいたくはんばいにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales-Related Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales-Related Occupations
Summary
A job that receives products from manufacturers or wholesalers and handles sales, inventory management, and collection of sales proceeds on behalf of retail stores or customers.
Description
Product consignment salespeople receive products from manufacturers or wholesalers and conduct sales activities at retail stores, trade shows, or customer sites. They are responsible for a series of tasks including product display, promotion, staffing arrangements, inventory management, and collection and reporting of sales proceeds. Commission-based pay is often applied based on results. They also engage in negotiations with customers and store staff, develop sales plans, analyze sales performance, report to consignors, and provide improvement proposals.
Future Outlook
With the diversification of brands and retail channels, demand for product consignment sales remains stable. Due to advances in DX and EC integration, data analysis and online sales support skills will be required in the future.
Personality Traits
Patient / Persuasive / Proactive / Sociable
Work Style
Contract Employee / Direct to/from Work / Dispatched Employee / Freelance / Full Commission
Career Path
Junior Sales Staff → Senior Sales Staff → Sales Manager → Area Manager → Sales Planning
Required Skills
Customer Service / Inventory Management / Product Display / Sales Analysis / Sales Negotiation Skills
Recommended Skills
Basic Marketing Knowledge / Data Analysis / POS Operation / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate management of inventory quantities and sales amounts is necessary. |
| Communication Skills | Because negotiation and proposals with customers and store staff are required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To independently develop sales leads and promote sales activities. |
| Planning & Organization | To effectively implement sales plans and inventory management. |
Aliases
- Consignment Sales Staff
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