Japanese Bilingual Purchasing Manager

1 day ago

Elk Grove Village, United States Mutual Trading Co., Inc. Full time $75,000 - $99,000
About UsEstablished 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.  

Since 2011, our affiliate, Yamasho Inc. takes pride in providing a variety of restaurant items ranging from non-food to dry and frozen food products to our restaurant customers in its current location in Elk Grove, IL. Today, the company is dedicated to meet and exceed the customers’ expectations and create a unique experience to our customers with the explosion of Japanese food and culture in America. 

Benefits:
  • All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents.
  • Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

Location: Elk Grove Village, ILHours: M-F 9AM – 6PM

Essential Job Functions:
  • Develops and execute purchasing strategies to support the Company’s business objectives.
  • Negotiates with vendors for the best possible price and service guarantee.
  • Researches and develop products for the Company to increase sales and revenue.
  • Monitors and forecasts upcoming demand and develops new supply source if necessary.
  • Reviews inventory and investigates discrepancies. 
  • Manages and develops food safety programs for hazard analysis, sanitation, recall, etc. 
  • Oversees quality control and ensures compliance with government food safety standards and regulations.
  • Coordinates with purchasing employees in other locations to negotiate discounts for bulk purchases and optimizes efficiency. 
  • Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department. 
  • Oversees the daily workflow of the department and provides constructive and timely feedback, training, and coaching.  
  • Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit in an office setting for the majority of the day.
  • Ability to type for extended periods throughout the day.
  • 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 – Read/write/speak/listen.
  • Business level Japanese preferred.
  • To have and maintain a clean driving record.
  • Maintain a positive attitude.
  • Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
  • High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience required.

Knowledge and Skills
  • Intermediate mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
  • Mentoring, coaching and people management skills.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Basic Microsoft Office proficiency.
  • Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes highly preferred.

DisclaimersThis 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 Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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