Liquor Sales Support Specialist -Japanese Bilingual preferred

A-Staffing•Carlstadt, NJ

About The Position

The Liquor Sales Support Specialist coordinates, develops, and evaluates product lines for the Product Management Division. This role includes purchasing food and beverage products as needed while maintaining daily contact with sales personnel, manufacturers, and vendors. The specialist ensures compliance with government regulations and educates customers on products to achieve ambitious sales growth aspirations.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in the food and beverage industry as a buyer, purchaser, or in a sales role.
Bachelor's Degree (4-year) in business, marketing, economics, or a related field.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Oracle ERP software.
Comprehensive knowledge of business principles, resource allocation, and team coordination.
Advanced problem-solving and negotiation skills, including the ability to conduct cost-benefit analyses.
Strong active listening and effective communication skills.
Understanding of transportation principles (air, rail, sea, road) and cost optimization.
Requires the ability to lift and carry sample products weighing up to 50 pounds.
Frequent hand-eye coordination and constant sitting, talking, and hearing.
Requires travel on short notice, including visits to branch offices and client facilities; international travel may be required periodically.

Nice To Haves

Japanese Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Procure products and services according to established practices and policies.
Identify and select vendors based on price negotiations, quality, and contract administration.
Develop product pricing structures using cost estimates and margin guidelines.
Perform periodic margin analyses to ensure market competitiveness and company profitability.
Develop private brand products for the company.
Monitor and forecast marketing and sales trends through sales shadowing.
Manage sales and gross profit figures for assigned categories.
Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve issues with undelivered goods.
Prepare and submit reports to department managers and international affiliates, including those in Japan and China.
Collaborate with branches to increase market share through product education and joint sales activities.
Travel to customer facilities to provide information and support.