Industry: Food
Location: El Monte, CA
Salary: $47-65K
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Business Level, Japanese: Native Level
Detail: A Japanese food trading company is seeking a Japanese and Chinese Outside Sales Associate
Department: Sales
Scheduled work hours: M-F: 8AM – 5PM
Essential Job Functions
• Meet the monthly and annual sales quota as designated by Sales Manager
• Make inroads into the American consumer base by initiating new projects/products/ programs
• Manage brokers to set sales objectives and implement strategies accordingly
• Visit customers and potential customers to provide support, information, and sell the Company’s products
• Coordinate with the accounting department to assure the collection of payment in a timely manner
• Produce/participate in trade shows/events as set by business objectives
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and building rapport
• Respond to and communicate with all customers in a timely manner
• Coordinate urgent deliveries with the customer to accommodate their needs
• Educate customers on how the products or services can benefit them
• Input and update orders within the Company database accordingly
• Maintain and safely navigate the Company vehicle as per the Company Vehicle Policy
• Participate in weekly sales meetings
• Attend semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend
• Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
• Other duties as required from manager
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested
Physical Requirements
• Ability to drive for a majority of the daily working hours
• Ability to sit in a car for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to use the phone for extended periods of time
• Working Conditions
o Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office
Other Requirements
• Business level English required – Read/write/speak/listen
• Native level Japanese required – Read/write/speak/listen
• To have and maintain a clean driving record
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
• Pass the Sake Adviser course within 1 year of employment
• High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree or above preferred
• 2+ years of relevant experience preferred
Knowledge and Skills
• Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
• Problem-solving skills
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes
Disclaimers
This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.
This Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
