Outside Sales in food industry (entry-level)
Nippon Shokken U.S.A. is the leading sauce and seasoning manufacturer in Japan, and trying to expand the business more in the U.S.
Why Nippon Shokken U.S.A.?
- Much better benefits (worth 9% of the salary on average), incentive (worth 7% of the salary on average), and competitive base salary
- High level of job security
- Provide opportunity to current employees. Our sales managers are all promoted in the company
Company vision
Although we are a Japanese company, less than half of our customers are Asian/Japanese. Most of our clients are American companies. Our vision is to use the technology and know-how we have as Japan's leading seasoning company to make America tastier, and it is you who will help spread this vision. Would you like to work with us?
Work days and Hours
- Monday to Friday
- Some weekends may be necessary
- 40 hours per week
We E-Verify and conduct post-offer substance screening.
Responsibilities:
- Cold Calling to make appointments
- Providing Menu Proposals
- Conducting Cooking Demonstrations
- Sales Rides with distributor sales reps
- Participating in Food Shows
- Business travel assigned as needed (10 days per month at least)
- Participating in distributors’ Sales Meetings
- Duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above list.
Qualifications
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship for employment visa status
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Able to lift over 40lbs
- Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
- Valid driver license & own transportation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to listen, follow and execute instructions
- Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills combined with an aptitude for multi-tasking
- Proven analytical and leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to develop and obtain desired results & achieve budget
- Habits of punctuality
- Proven analytical and leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer application
We are an equal opportunity employer with a policy of hiring and promoting on the basis of qualifications, proven ability and level of contribution without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other protected classes, characteristic or consideration made unlawful under applicable federal, state or local laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Company car
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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