Wholesale Store Manager (Company: Primarily engaged in managerial work)
おろしうりてんちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
The wholesale store manager is a managerial position in the wholesale industry responsible for sales management, procurement, inventory management, staff management, etc., of stores or departments.
Description
The wholesale store manager oversees the overall operations of a store or department, including procuring goods through negotiations with suppliers, inventory management, sales and budget management, sales promotion planning, customer service, and staff guidance and training. They analyze market trends and customer needs to expand sales channels and maximize profits, while utilizing ERP and sales management systems for efficient business execution.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of e-commerce and logistics efficiency, demand will increase for managers strong in data analysis and IT utilization.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Excellent communication skills / Has leadership / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Domestic travel / Flexitime / Shift work / Transfers possible
Career Path
Assistant Store Manager → Wholesale Store Manager → Area Manager → Sales Director → Business Division Manager
Required Skills
Budget Management / Inventory Management / Procurement Negotiation / Sales Analysis / Sales Management / Staff Management
Recommended Skills
Customer Negotiation / Language Skills / Sales Management System / Sales Promotion Planning
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The ability to analyze sales data and market trends is important. |
| Communication Skills | Essential for coordination and negotiation with trading partners and staff. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical management of sales and inventory is important. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for planning and executing promotional and procurement plans. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for handling troubles and complaints. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress is high due to achieving sales targets and handling complaints. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Exam Level 2
- Sales Representative Certification
Aliases
- Wholesale Business Store Manager
- Wholesale Division Manager
Related Jobs
- Retail Store Manager
- Sales Director
- Sales Manager