Tofu Hawker
とうふよびうりにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Door-to-Door and Mobile Sales Workers
Summary
Mobile sales work using carts or light vehicles to patrol residential areas and neighborhoods while calling out to sell tofu.
Description
A tofu hawker is a profession that uses carts, light trucks, motorcycles, etc., to patrol the area, calling out while selling tofu. They plan routes, load fresh tofu using cooling equipment, and visit each household. They handle sales based on orders and requests through communication with customers, collect payments, and are also responsible for restocking goods and unloading. They mainly operate in the morning hours, and are required to build trusting relationships with deep involvement in the local community.
Future Outlook
Due to the spread of convenience stores and online supermarkets, traditional peddling is on a declining trend, but steady demand is expected in the future as a community-based service for the elderly.
Personality Traits
Can make judgments according to the situation / Has a bright and clear way of speaking / Has patience
Work Style
Flexible / Outdoor Work / Self-Employed / Shift / Vehicle Use
Career Path
Mobile Sales Staff → Self-Employed (Tofu Sales) → Small Business Management → Multi-Item Mobile Sales Operation
Required Skills
Cash Management / Customer Service Sales Skills / Driving Skills / Tofu Product Knowledge
Recommended Skills
Customer Management / Food Hygiene Management / Route Optimization / SNS Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Necessary to build trusting relationships with customers through calls and customer service. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Necessary to proactively manage sales routes and develop customers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for transporting goods and long hours of outdoor movement. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Few complex analysis tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Centered on standardized sales style. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Sales quantities and cash calculations are relatively simple. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mainly operates individually. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Class 1 Driver's License
Aliases
- Tofu Peddler
- Tofu Seller
Related Jobs
- Food Retail Store Clerk
- Mobile Salesperson
- Peddler