Store Management Advisor (Manufacturing, Wholesale)
はんばいてんけいえいしどういん（せいぞうぎょう、おろしうりぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who provides support for business improvement and sales strategy planning and execution for retail stores in manufacturing and wholesale industries.
Description
Store Management Advisors (Manufacturing, Wholesale) belong to manufacturers or wholesale companies, conduct analysis of the business conditions of their client retail stores and market trend research, and propose and support the implementation of improvement measures such as sales strategy planning, inventory management, pricing, and personnel training. They develop sales promotion plans considering customer needs and regional characteristics, and work to enhance the profitability of retail stores through on-site guidance and training.
Future Outlook
Management challenges for SMEs are diversifying, increasing demand for retail store efficiency improvements and digitalization support. Demand for advisors with DX skills is on the rise.
Personality Traits
Good at logical thinking / Likes talking to people / Problem-solving oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Sales/Sales Position → Management/Channel Development Staff → Store Management Advisor → Team Leader → Consulting Manager
Required Skills
Business Analysis / Financial Analysis / Listening and Negotiation Skills / Marketing Knowledge / Sales Strategy Planning
Recommended Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To analyze issues from sales data and management indicators. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for negotiations and persuasion with clients. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical analysis of sales, profits, etc., is important. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and manage measures for multiple retail stores. |
| Problem Solving | It is necessary to develop specific solutions for management challenges. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily office work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Sales Representative
- Small and Medium Enterprise Management Consultant
Aliases
- Store Advisor
- Store Management Consultant
Related Jobs
- Management Consultant
- Sales Manager
- Sales Promotion Staff