Outside Sales Associate - Sake
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.All paid Health,
Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependentsLife
Insurance and 401k Plan with company matchLocation: El Monte,
CAHours: M-F: 8AM - 5PM, Pay range: $58,000 - $65,000Essential Job
FunctionsOutside Sales - 50%---
Visits customers and potential customers to educate them on
Japanese liquors including sake, shochu, wine, other liquors;
provides information and necessary support to reach sales targets
and increase the sales of the Company's liquor products---
Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing
excellent service and building rapport---
Works closely with Sales Associates to understand their needs, and
offers solution by educating their clients on how our liquor
products and services can benefit their business---
Attends various Japanese Government promotional events---
Maintains and safely navigates the Company vehicle as per the
Company Vehicle PolicyMarketing and Planning - 30%---
Plans and coordinates sake, shochu, beer, and whiskey related
events---
Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working
hours---
Coordinates with Tokyo Mutual Trading and vendors to organize
tasting events---
Create Social Media contents and maintain quality contents and
strong engagementsOthers - 20%---
Participates in the weekly sales meetings---
Assists with Sake School events, classes and student
enrollment---
Attends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a
weekend---
Performs other related duties as assigned---
Obligation to answer to all management as requestedPhysical
Requirements---
Able to go on domestic business trip by car and airplane---
Able to drive for a majority of the daily working hours---
Able to work without sitting for extended periods of time,
including standing and walking---
Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds frequently and
50 pounds occasionally---
Able to use the phone for extended periods of time---
Working Conditions
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Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office
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Maybe need to be at outdoor eventsOther Requirements---
Business level English required ---
Business level Japanese highly preferred---
Has and maintains a valid driver's license and a clean driving
record---
Maintains a positive attitude ---
Able to work independently and as a team---
Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and
workload---
Passes the Sake and Shochu Adviser course within 1 year of
employment ---
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree and
above preferred---
Minimum 3 year of food sales experience required; however extensive
experience in restaurant business will be consideredKnowledge and
Skills---
Demonstrates basic Microsoft Office proficiency---
Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to
detail---
Possesses basic mathematical knowledge such as markups, discounts,
counting inventory, weight and measurement conversions, combining,
etc.---
Has strong communications and interpersonal skills---
Has strong customer service and problem-solving skills---
Certification from a sake institute preferred ---
Knowledge of ERP systems, especially AS400, highly preferred---
Knowledge of Japanese liquor including wine, sake, shochu, and
spirits preferredDisclaimersThis 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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