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 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 8,000 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
• Input, update, and maintain sales orders, invoices, and bill-back data within the Company database
• Update and maintain customer records in Company database
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service and building rapport
• Coordinate with the accounting department to assure the collection of payment in a timely manner
• Answer customer questions about product features, product benefits, and procedures
• Coordinate delivery logistics with freight forwarders, custom brokers, and customers to meet their needs
• Provide logistical support to warehouse shipping personnel by obtaining freight quotations and coordinating the shipping schedule
• Report any inventory or service issues to appropriate account manager immediately
• Coordinate inspections with local government agencies to comply export requirements: USDA, NOAA/USDC, LA County Agriculture, etc.
• Collaborate with the sales staff to monitor active purchase orders and ensure that orders are completed on time
• Attend semiannual inventory count on designated day, possibly on a weekend
• Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours
• Other duties as required from manager
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested
Physical Requirements
• Ability to sit in an office for a majority of the day
• Ability to type for extended periods throughout the day
• Ability 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
• Basic Spanish – Read/write/speak/listen; Business level Spanish preferred
• Conversational Japanese preferred – Read/write/speak/listen
• Maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
• High school diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree and above preferred
• 2+ years of relevant logistics experience required
Knowledge and Skills
• Clerical/Administrative Support
• Basic mathematical knowledge – markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
• Problem-solving skills
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, organized and ability to learn and follow instructions
• Knowledge of logistics and supply chain preferred
• Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes 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.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of relevant logistics experience
- High school diploma
- Business-level English reading, writing, speaking, and listening
- Basic Spanish reading, writing, speaking, and listening
- Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
- Clerical and administrative support skills
- Basic mathematical knowledge, including markups, discounts, measurements, and inventory counting
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to learn and follow instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload
- Ability to sit in an office for most of the day and type for extended periods
- Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Business-level Spanish
- Conversational Japanese
- Knowledge of logistics and supply chain
- Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes
What We Do
MUTUAL TRADING COMPANY INC. is the premier Japanese food, alcohol beverage, and restaurant supply specialist. We are the Japanese food authority - true to the heart in upholding genuine Japanese cuisine traditions, and progressive in exploring new ways to provide innovative products and services. Mutual Trading imports, exports, distributes and manufactures the top brands for our retailer and foodservice customers. 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 80 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.
