Outside Sales Associate

Mutual Trading Company•El Monte, CA

8d•$51,000 - $62,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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 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 8,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.

Requirements

Business level English required – Read/write/speak/listen
Business level Chinese required – Read/write/speak/listen: Native level Chinese preferred
Business level Japanese preferred – 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.
Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
Problem-solving skills
Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
Communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree or above preferred
2+ years of relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Meet the monthly and annual sales quota as designated by Sales Manager
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