Sales Assistant - Japan Sales

Evolving Solution Services; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissin seeks a Japan Sales Assistant in Van Buren Township, MI to support import/export operations across multiple 3PL services, coordinating air, ocean, and trucking logistics for diverse commodities.

You will handle data entry, liaise with U.S. regulators such as FDA, USDA, and AFHIS, communicate with overseas carriers and Nissin branches, prepare documentation, quote rates, and assist in sales development; periodic travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; associates degree preferred.
• 0-2 years food/logistics experience preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office; Oracle freight software desired; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Input air and ocean export data accurately.
• Coordinate with U.S. regulatory agencies (FDA, USDA, AFHIS).
• Communicate with overseas carriers and Nissin branches.
• Support sales development and generate new customer accounts.
• Handle export/import logistics documentation (B/L, invoices, packing lists).
• Provide rate quotations to customers.
• Follow TSA packaging regulations and repackaging practices.
• Travel to fields for product quality inspections.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or 2 years college

Tools

MS Office

Oracle-based freight forwarding software

Job description

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Full Time Van Burren Township, MI, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1030

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Position Description: Under the supervision and direction of the Director-Japan Sales, the Sales Assistant will be assisting with the import and export of a variety of commodities and various business verticals. The Japan Sales Assistant is responsible for multiple 3PL Global services and solutions. These include the arranging of supply chain and logistics transportation with air carriers, ocean carriers, and trucking companies.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Accuracy of data entry - input of air and ocean export data
• Working closely with various U.S. regulatory agencies such as the FDA, USDA, and AFHIS
• Communicating with overseas carriers and other Nissin branches (Japan, Europe and Asia)
• Provide support with sales development activities and generating new customer accounts
• Handling export and import logistics activities. Process required documentation (i.e. Bill of Lading, commercial invoicing, packing lists, other regulatory documents) for compliance
• Provide rate quotations to customers
• Repackage products in accordance with TSA-approved regulations, utilizing shrink-wrap and other packaging methodologies specific for food commodities
• Travel to fields to conduct product quality inspections
• Perform any other tasks or duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school graduate or GED. Associates degree or 2 years of college education, preferred.
• Up to two years of food/logistics industry experience, desired
• Bilingual skills in English and/or Spanish, Chinese, or Korean, a plus
• Computer literate - proficiency with MS-Office applications (Work, Excel, etc.) and prior experience with Oracle-based freight forwarding applications/software, desired. Will be trained on Nissin's proprietary software applications required for position.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills and detail-oriented
• Effective team player and also, able to work well with minimal supervision
• Able to work overtime, as needed (may include late night shifts, weekends, and off-site projects for 1-2 months duration)
• Able to travel for seasonal project assignments (extended 1-2 months business travel)
• Must possess a valid California driver's license with clean driving record and adequate insurance coverage
• Ability to lift and move 30 lbs. unassisted

The above description outlines the essential functions and skills required for this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. The company reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.