Wholesale Store Manager (Primarily Engaged in Sales Work)
おろしうりてんちょう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Retail and Wholesale Store Managers
- Minor : Wholesale Store Managers
Summary
A position that oversees product purchasing to inventory management, sales planning and execution, and staff management at a wholesale store.
Description
The wholesale store manager conducts negotiations for product purchasing from clients, sets prices, manages inventory, formulates and implements sales promotion plans, and aims to maximize sales and profits at the store or sales base. They handle business discussions with customer companies and retail stores, manage delivery schedules and complaints, and also handle management tasks such as recruiting, training, and shift management for sales staff. By analyzing sales data and inventory status, and reviewing purchasing quantities and promotion strategies, they achieve efficient distribution and customer satisfaction.
Future Outlook
Due to the efficiency of distribution and the advancement of e-commerce, demand for personnel with data analysis and multi-channel response capabilities will increase.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Excellent Communication Skills / Has Leadership / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Monthly Salary / Overtime Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Store Manager → Area Manager → Sales Manager → Head Office Staff (Product Management and Marketing)
Required Skills
Customer Service / Inventory Management / Negotiation Skills / Sales Analysis / Sales Planning
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping / Merchandising / Purchasing Negotiation / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Necessary for negotiations with clients and customers, and staff guidance. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis is required for sales and inventory management. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for inventory management and sales planning and execution. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification
- Salesperson Certification
Aliases
- Wholesale Manager
Related Jobs
- Retail Store Manager
- Sales Manager
- Store Staff