Sales Representative

Triup, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Triup, Inc. is seeking a proactive Field Sales Representative to grow our West Coast client base. You will develop relationships with existing customers, collaborate with distributors, and conduct visits to Asian markets and restaurants.

This role requires bilingual Japanese and English, strong communication and customer-service skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team within a hybrid schedule (training 2–4 days in the office; after training, Mondays in the office).

Qualifications

• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service and follow-up skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a sales team.
• Understanding of Japanese culture preferred.
• Comfortable working in an alcohol-related industry/environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients
• Collaborate with distributors and participate in joint sales activities
• Conduct sales visits to Asian markets and restaurants
• Participate in food events, tastings, and promotional activities
• Propose strategies and initiatives to increase sales growth
• Review sales activities and participate in weekly meetings

Skills

Bilingual Japanese/English

Communication skills

Customer service

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Cultural understanding

Alcohol industry familiarity

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients
• Collaborate with distributors and participate in joint sales activities
• Conduct sales visits to Asian markets and restaurants
• Participate in food events, tastings, and promotional activities
• Propose strategies and initiatives to increase sales growth
• Review sales activities and participate in weekly meetings

Requirements

• Business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong customer service and follow-up skills
• Self-motivated and proactive mindset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team while actively engaging in sales activities
• Understanding of Japanese culture preferred
• Comfortable working in an alcohol-related industry/environment

Location / Working Style

• Territory: Primarily West Coast region of the United States
• During the training period, employees are required to work from the office 2-4 days per week in a hybrid schedule.
• After the training period, employees are required to be in the office every Monday.

Ideal Candidate

• This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships with people and prefers a hands-on, field-based sales environment.
• Candidates with an interest in Japanese culture, food, and the alcohol industry are highly encouraged to apply.