Mutual Trading Co., Inc. · 1 month ago
Bilingual Outside Sales Associate
Elk Grove Village, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$50K/yr - $55K/yrMutual Trading Co., Inc. is a long-established company dedicated to promoting Japanese foods worldwide. They are seeking a Chinese Bilingual Outside Sales Associate responsible for meeting sales quotas, developing client relationships, and conducting market research to enhance sales in the assigned region.
Food and BeverageManufacturingSupply Chain ManagementWholesale
Responsibilities
Meets the monthly and annual sales quota as designated by the manager
Develops and maintains relationship with potential and existing clients in the area in any of the regions covered by Yamasho, Inc
Identifies and locates new clients through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls
Conducts market research, develops and implements strategies for sales in the assigned region
Visits 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
Maintains high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and building rapport; resolves issues in a timely manner and escalates to the management as needed
Collaborates with purchasing departments, warehouse, and other involved parties to confirm that orders are processed with accuracy and efficiency and that products are distributed properly
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 in a timely manner
Maintains and safely navigates the Company vehicle as per the Company Vehicle Policy
Troubleshoot problems regarding products provided and handles complaints
Participates in the weekly sales meetings
Attends semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend
Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Business level English is required
Business level Mandarin is Required
Maintains a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Maintains a positive attitude
Able to work independently and as a team
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours as needed for Company and department-related events
Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
High school diploma required
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 customer service and problem-solving skills
Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates basic Microsoft Office proficiency
Preferred
Business level Cantonese is plus
AA and above strongly preferred
Experience in food industry, preferably in Japanese food industry is plus
Experience in Japanese restaurant business is a plus
Knowledge of ERP systems, especially Microsoft NAV, highly preferred
Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors strongly preferred
Benefits
Health and Dental Insurance for employees.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Company
Mutual Trading Co., Inc.
MUTUAL TRADING COMPANY INC. is the premier Japanese food, alcohol beverage, and restaurant supply specialist.
Founded in 1926
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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