Japanese and Chinese Outside Sales Associate
Company: Mutual Trading Co., Inc.
Location: El Monte
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Who we are:Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was
originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of
basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese
immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100
years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese
foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary
Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide. Currently, we
import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods,
beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.BenefitsAll paid
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their
dependentsLife Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.Location:
Los Angeles, CaliforniaHours: M-F: 8AM - 5PMEssential 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 requestedPhysical
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
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Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the officeOther
Requirements---
Business level English required - Read/write/speak/listen---
Business level Chinese required - Read/write/speak/listen: Native
level Chinese preferred---
Business 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 preferredKnowledge 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 sakesDisclaimersThis 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.Mutual Trading Company,
Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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