Who we are:
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 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. Currently, we import, manufacture, and distribute over 7,000 Japanese foods, beverages, restaurant equipment and supplies.
Benefits
All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents
Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.
Location: El Monte, CA
Hours: M-F: 8AM - 5PM
Essential Job Functions
• Translate sake label description from Japanese into English on Microsoft Word and upload to share folder
• Assist in converting information: Look up label size; convert label size from mm to inch.
• Upload processing formula as well as ingredients list to TTB (Tabacco Tax Bureau) formula online application and send lab analysis samples.
• Upload label images to TTB (Tabacco Tax Bureau) COLA (Certificate of Label Approval/Exemption) online application
• Record TTB ID as well as formula ID and monitor formula expiry date
• Monitor inventory of alcohol beverages and request/forecast purchasing department to issue purchasing orders as needed.
• Support Sales team by preparing sample pick-list and other material for events.
• Design, create, and maintain all sales promotional materials, including but not limited to monthly newsletters, product brochures, and menu lists, in coordination with related departments for seamless creation of promotion materials.
• Plan, create, maintain, and update social media content to attract customers and enhance impressions.
• Plan, manage, execute, and prepare all materials for campaigns, in-house tasting, and sales events.
• Manage and organize promotional materials from manufactures; distribute them to the sales team
• Count inventory when the inventory numbers are inconsistent with the numbers reported by warehouse.
• Assist with annual Food Expo preparations
• Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
• Other duties as required by department manager
Physical Requirements
• Able to sit and work in an office setting for the majority of the day
• Able to use the computer and type for extended periods
• Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Working Conditions
o Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office
Other Requirements
• Business level English - Read/write/speak/listen required
• Business level Japanese - Read/write/speak/listen preferred
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Able to work independently and as a team
• Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
• Passe the Sake Adviser course within 1 year of employment
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in business preferred
• 2+ years of purchasing experience preferred
Knowledge and Skills
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Possess 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 communications and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate basic Microsoft Office proficiency
• Communications and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of ERP systems, especially AS400, highly preferred
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and liquors preferred
Disclaimers
This 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 Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
