Wholesaler

Company Description I Was My Own Boss is a growing wholesale business focused on providing quality products and reliable service to retailers and commercial clients. The company values initiative, accountability, and practical problem-solving in daily operations. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve efficiency, customer relationships, and overall performance. The work environment emphasizes clear communication, consistent follow-through, and ethical business practices. This role offers the opportunity to help shape processes in a hands-on, fast-paced setting.
Role Description The Wholesaler role is a full-time, on-site position based in San Bernardino, CA. In this role, the team member manages product sourcing, inventory coordination, and order fulfillment for wholesale clients. Daily tasks include building and maintaining relationships with customers, preparing quotes, negotiating pricing within established guidelines, and processing sales orders. The Wholesaler supports business planning by tracking sales trends, identifying new opportunities, and coordinating with finance on margins and profitability. The position also includes monitoring shipments, resolving order issues, and ensuring accurate documentation to support smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications

• Business planning and wholesale operations skills, with the ability to analyze demand, manage inventory, and support growth strategies.
• Finance and investments knowledge sufficient to understand pricing, margins, and basic profitability concepts.
• Sales and customer relationship skills, including prospecting, negotiation, and follow-up with wholesale clients.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities to handle multiple orders, deadlines, and client requests.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for working with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Comfort with basic digital tools (e.g., spreadsheets, inventory or CRM software) to track orders and performance.
• Prior experience in wholesale, distribution, or sales is preferred but not required if relevant skills can be demonstrated.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in business, finance, or a related field is beneficial.