Wholesaler - ASCO 1192-13

Tasks & Duties

Plans and organises the operations of wholesale trading establishments.

  • identifies local and overseas business opportunities for the wholesale trading of food, consumer durables and other merchandise and determines the mix of products and services to be provided
  • researches regulatory and statutory requirements affecting the wholesaling and distribution of goods
  • develops a business plan and implements marketing, operating, personnel, pricing and credit policy and procedures
  • liaises with local and overseas manufacturers and retailers about orders, products, merchandising and promotional activities
  • oversees the displays and sale of merchandise and preparation of product information for customer service staff and customers
  • monitors the performance of the business and prepares estimates, financial statements and reports of operations
  • implements after-sales service procedures

Entry Skill Level

The entry requirement for this occupation is usually a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

This can be relevant when applying for temporary business sponsorship, and in some cases in applying for skills assessment.

Skilled Occupations List

This occupation is not on the Skilled Occupations List.

Employer Nomination Scheme

An Australian business can sponsor you for a permanent visa Employer Nomination). The occupation of Wholesaler is on the gazetted list of occupations approved for ENS visas.

Temporary Business Sponsorship

An Australian or overseas business can sponsor you for a temporary visa lasting for up to 4 years (subclass 457 visa - see Temporary Business Sponsorship). The occupation of Wholesaler is on the gazetted list of occupations approved for temporary business sponsorship.