Mission: Wismettac is a Global company committed to transforming the food industry into an accelerator of the World's well-being. In North America, we share the rich tastes and good health of Asian cuisine with food service operators and retail stores. We are at an inflection point in our 100-year history, having recognized the need to modernize ourselves and ensure we continue to thrive in the next several decades. The mission of the Sales Associate is to establish, maintain, and develop business, social, and civic relations with customers.
Success in this position is measured by having a deep understanding of the sales process and dynamics, and superb interpersonal skills to meet short- and long-range sales objectives. All objectives will be achieved by maintaining existing customers in their assigned areas.
Job Purpose: Under general supervision, the Sales Associate is the principal selling agent for the company and is responsible for achieving the short and long-range sales objectives for the Institutional Customer Division. Objectives will be achieved by maintaining existing customers in their assigned areas. As a Sales Associate, must have a high level of flexibility. The person is required to coordinate sales activities and promotions with other employees and administrators of the company as well as customers and clients of the company with respect to their needs, concerns, and schedules.
Essential Job Functions:
Travel to customers and potential customer’s facilities providing them with information and support as required to secure and maintain business.
Establish, maintain, and develop business, social, and civic relationships with customers in the assigned territory to maximum profitability.
Responsible for selling Wismettac products to all customers in the assigned territory.
Grow business by anticipating customer needs, determining appropriate solutions to business problems, and providing a high level of customer service.
Communicate plans to customers and effectively manage resources to support sales volume.
Communicate new product and service opportunities, information, or feedback gathering through field activity to appropriate company staff.
Cooperate with the accounting department to ensure the collection of accounts receivable due.
Assist in establishing sales objectives for the territory in cooperation with (Assistant) Sales Manager.
Cooperate with assigned Operation and logistics staff to achieve territory sales goals.
Provide timely reporting of activities in the field to assist in business and product planning.
Submits sales activity reports and other reports as needed.
Attend quarterly inventory count.
Other duties as assigned.
Japanese / English bilingual required.
Education/ Experience/ Training:
High School Degree / GED; 1-2 years of sales experience in the Asian food industry is desired; Familiarity with Wismettac products and services;
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with word processing software; Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Have a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge/ Skills/ Ability:
Knowledge of Microsoft applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with the sales staff, management, and clients
Strong communication and conversation skills
Ability to be cooperative and able to work as part of a team
Ability to verify, draft, and update database quickly and accurately
Ability to travel to customer’s location
Ability to learn Oracle ERP software
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under various time constraints
Ability to perform his or her job responsibilities as the workload fluctuates; multitask and keep projects progressing simultaneously
Ability to be outgoing, courteous, genuine, and approachable
Ability to be self-confident and mature, with a positive attitude and approach to work
Benefits:
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life & accident insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) with company matching
19 days of paid time off
Wellness program and EAP assistance
Salary:
Starting at $47,300.00 + bonus