Wholesalers

Wholesalers manage the operations of wholesale trading establishments.

What the job involves

• Identifies local and overseas business opportunities

• Develops and implements business plans, as well as the policies and procedures for marketing, operating, human resource, pricing and credit

• Determines the mix of products and services to be provided and negotiates conditions of trade

• Liaises with local and overseas suppliers and distributors about orders and products

• Researches regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the importing, exporting, wholesaling and distribution of goods

• Monitors business performance and prepares the estimates, financial statements and reports of operations

• Appoints agents and distributors

• Oversees the display and sale of merchandise and preparation of product information for customer service staff and customers

• Implements after-sales service procedures