♯13148 Japanese Bilingual Export Coordinator – Torrance, CA
       

Industry: Trading

Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $25.00 per hour or DOE

Visa Sponsor: No

Language: English: Business Level, Japanese: Conversation Level

Detail: Japanese Food International Trading company seeks a Japanese Bilingual Export Coordinator – Torrance, CA

Location: Torrance, CA 90501
Work Arrangement: On-site
Industry: International Trading / Food Export (Exporting food products from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Spain, and other countries to Japan and Taiwan)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt/ Direct Hire
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (8-hour workday)
Meal Break: One (1) hour unpaid meal break, to be taken before the end of the 5th working hour
Compensation: $25.00 per hour or DOE (Depending on Experience)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, PTO, Sick Leave, CalSavers

Role Overview:
A growing international food trading company is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Export Coordinator to join its logistics team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end export process while ensuring compliance with trade regulations and company policies. You will support supply chain efficiency and cost optimization through effective coordination with ocean carriers, freight forwarders, truckers, manufacturers, suppliers, and customers. This position plays a key role in facilitating international trade operations and supporting continued business growth.

Responsibilities:
●Manage the full export process, from product pick-up through shipment completion and delivery of shipping documents to customers, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
●Issue Purchase Orders (POs) and Sales Orders (SOs) for recurring orders.
●Prepare and review export documentation, including Commercial Invoices, Packing Lists, Bills of Lading, and other related documents.
●Coordinate with ocean carriers and freight forwarders to ensure timely and cost-effective transportation of products.
●Monitor shipment status and address issues related to delays, customs clearance, or transportation.
●Provide customers with proactive shipment updates and delivery schedules in a timely and professional manner.
●Maintain accurate export transaction records and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
●Collaborate with internal departments, including Sales, Procurement, and Finance, to improve operational efficiency and streamline export processes.
●Participate in cross-functional collaboration and cross-training initiatives to support operational flexibility and team effectiveness.
●Coordinate production schedules with manufacturers and help prevent production or shipping delays.
●Receive production samples and evaluate quality, including packaging appearance and product taste, against established specifications.
●Under management direction, communicate sample evaluation feedback to manufacturers to help prevent future production issues.
●Upon receiving management approval of sample evaluations, approve samples and related documentation and proceed with shipment arrangements.
●Review invoices from manufacturers and vendors and submit them for internal payment approval and processing.
●Monitor and support accounts receivable and accounts payable activities for assigned shipments until transactions are fully settled.
●Perform additional duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required
●High school diploma or equivalent.
●Minimum 1 year of experience in export operations, logistics, or a related field.
●Basic knowledge of export regulations and export documentation requirements.
●Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
●Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
●Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
●Ability to work full-time and on-site.

Technical Skills:
●Experience with data entry and record-keeping systems.
●Ability to understand and analyze trade compliance regulations.
●Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
●Familiarity with Google Workspace, including Google Chat, Meet, Calendar, and Drive.
●Japanese language proficiency

Preferred:
●Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree.
●2+ years of experience in export operations or logistics.
●Knowledge of Incoterms and international shipping practices.
●Understanding of customs requirements and trade compliance.
●Willingness to participate in cross-training and collaborate across departments.


Desired Attributes:
●Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
●Proactive approach to problem-solving and issue resolution.
●Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
●Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative and professional attitude.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:
●Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and perform computer-based work.
●Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 20-25 lbs. (approximately 9-11 kg), including product samples and documentation.


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Japanese Food International Trading company seeks an Export Coordinator – Japanese Bilingual Preferred – Torrance, CA.

勤務地:Torrance, CA 90501
勤務形態:オンサイト勤務
業界:商社、国際貿易業界(米国、カナダ、メキシコ、スペイン等から日本・台湾向けへの食品輸出事業)
雇用形態:正社員(Non-Exempt)
勤務時間:月曜日~金曜日 8:30~17:30(実働8時間)
休憩時間:無給休憩1時間(勤務開始後5時間以内に取得)
給与:$25.00 per hour or DOE (経験・能力に応じて決定)
福利厚生: Medical, Dental, PTO, Sick Leave, CalSavers,

ポジション概要:
国際物流チームの一員として、輸出業務全般を担当していただきます。
輸出に関する法令や社内規定を遵守しながら、サプライチェーンの効率化およびコスト最適化を図り、輸出プロセスを円滑に遂行していただきます。
また、船会社・フォワーダー・運送会社との調整に加え、メーカー、サプライヤー、顧客とのコミュニケーションを通じて、国際貿易業務および事業成長を支える重要な役割を担っていただきます。

主な業務内容:
●商品の集荷から出荷書類の送付まで、輸出業務全般を管理し、各種法令および社内規定への準拠を確保する
●定期受注案件における購買注文書(PO)および販売注文書(SO)の発行
●商業送り状(Commercial Invoice)、梱包明細書(Packing List)、船荷証券(B/L)等の輸出関連書類の作成および確認
●船会社およびフォワーダーとの調整を行い、適切かつ効率的な輸送を実現する
●貨物の輸送状況を管理し、遅延や通関上の問題発生時には対応を行う
●顧客に対し、輸送状況や納品スケジュールについて迅速かつ適切に情報共有を行う
●輸出取引に関する記録を適切に管理し、各種法令への準拠を維持する
●営業、調達、経理など社内各部署と連携し、業務プロセスの改善・効率化に取り組む
●部門横断的な協力およびクロストレーニングを通じて、柔軟かつ効率的な業務体制を構築する
●メーカーと生産スケジュールを調整し、生産・出荷遅延を防止する
●生産サンプルを受領し、包装状態や味などについて製品仕様に基づいた品質確認を行う
●管理者の指示のもと、サンプル評価結果をメーカーへ共有し、将来的な問題発生の防止に努める
●サンプル評価についてマネージャー承認取得後、サンプルおよび関連書類を承認し出荷手続きを進める
●メーカーおよび取引先からの請求書を確認し、社内支払承認および処理を行う
●担当案件について、売掛金・買掛金の管理およびフォローアップを行い、取引完了まで対応する
●その他付随業務

応募資格:
必須要件
●高校卒業以上
●輸出業務または物流業務の実務経験1年以上
●輸出規制および輸出関連書類に関する基礎知識
●高い事務処理能力と細部への注意力
●優れたコミュニケーション能力(口頭・文章)
● 米国での就労資格(ビザサポートなし)
● フルタイム勤務・オフィス出社が可能な方
●日本語スキル・英語ビジネスレベル

歓迎要件:
●短期大学卒業または大学卒業以上
●輸出業務または物流業務経験2年以上
●インコタームズ(Incoterms)および国際輸送に関する知識
●通関業務や貿易コンプライアンスに関する知識
●クロストレーニングに積極的に取り組み、部門横断的な協力ができる方


必要なスキル:
●データ入力および記録管理システムの使用経験
●貿易コンプライアンス規制を理解・分析できる能力
●Microsoft Office(Outlook、Excel、Word)の基本操作スキル
●Google Workspace(Google Chat、Meet、Calendar、Drive)の利用経験

求める人物像:
●正確性を重視し、細部まで注意を払える方
●主体的に課題解決へ取り組める方
●優先順位の変化やスピード感のある環境に柔軟に対応できる方
●チームワークを大切にし、周囲と協力しながら業務を進められる方

職場環境・身体的要件:
●長時間の着席または立位での業務、およびPC作業が可能な方
●製品サンプルや書類等の運搬のため、20~25ポンド(約9~11kg)程度の荷物を持ち運ぶ場合があります

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