Soft Drink Route Sales Representative
せいりょういんりょうルートセールスいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A sales position belonging to a soft drink manufacturer or wholesaler, regularly visiting customers to restock beverages, arrange displays, manage inventory, and expand sales.
Description
Soft drink route sales representatives visit supermarkets, retail stores, vending machine operators, and other customers along designated routes to restock and display beverages, check inventory status, propose best-selling products, and handle orders and deliveries. They also manage sales and expiration dates, install promotional materials, respond to customer requests and complaints, and maintain and expand ongoing transactions through relationship building. Involves long hours of driving and unloading using company vehicles, requiring physical stamina and driving skills.
Future Outlook
While some tasks will be streamlined due to the spread of vending machines and e-commerce, the importance of building relationships and proposal sales at customer sites will remain, with stable demand expected. Business efficiency improvements using IoT and data analysis will advance.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Company Car Provided / Direct to/from Work Allowed / Full-time / Shift Work
Career Path
Route Sales → Chief Sales → Area Manager → Sales Manager → Sales Headquarters Position
Required Skills
Basic PC Operation / Communication Skills / Driving Skills / Inventory Management
Recommended Skills
Customer Management / Inventory Analysis / Negotiation Skills / Time Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in inventory and expiration date management is crucial. |
| Communication Skills | Because negotiations and building trust with customers are essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of driving and unloading. |
| Planning & Organization | Because efficient visit routes and time management are required. |
| Problem Solving | Because prompt responses to customer requests and complaints are required. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Beverage Route Sales Representative
- Drink Route Sales
- Soft Drink Salesperson
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