Japanese and Chinese Outside Sales Associate

1 week ago


El Monte, California, United States Mutual Trading Company Full time

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.

Benefits
All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents

Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

Location:
Los Angeles, California

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
  • Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office

Other 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 preferred

Knowledge and Skills

  • Basic mathematical knowledge markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
  • Problemsolving skills
  • Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes
Disclaimers

Mutual Trading Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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