Japanese Bilingual Outside Sales Associate / El Monte, CA / Business / Dir-Mut

Essential Job Functions

• Meets the monthly and annual sales quota as designated by Sales Manager.

• Makes inroads into the American consumer base by initiating new projects/products/
  programs.

• Compiles Division IV sales data for Sales Manager, Purchasing Department, and Customers

• Manages brokers to set sales objectives and implement strategies accordingly.

• Visit and communicate with customers and potential customers to provide support,
  information, and sell the Company’s products.

• Coordinates with the accounting department to assure the collection of payment in a timely
  manner.

• Produces/participates in trade shows/events as set by business objectives.

• Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and building
  rapport.

• Responds to and communicates with all customers in a timely manner.

• Coordinates urgent deliveries with the customer to accommodate their needs.

• Educates customers on how the products or services can benefit them.

• Inputs and updates orders within the Company database accordingly.

• Maintains and safely navigates the Company vehicle as per the Company Vehicle Policy.

• Participates in weekly sales meetings.

• Attends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend.

• Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.

• Other duties as required.

• Obligation to answer to all management as requested.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to drive and sit in a car for extended periods of time.

• Ability to sit in an office for extended periods of time.

• Ability to type and use a computer for extended periods of time.

• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 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 – Read/write/speak/listen

• Conversational level Japanese; Business level Japanese preferred – 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

• AA Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree or above preferred

• 2+ years of food or liquor sales experience

• 2+ years of customer service or sales experience preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements,
  counting inventory, etc.

• Data Compiling and Analysis skills

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Problem-solving skills

• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency

• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially AS400 preferred

• Communication and interpersonal skills

• Knowledge and previous attendance of tradeshows preferred

• Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes