Job Description
A global industrial parts manufacturer in the Elk Grove Village, IL area is expanding its operations and sales teams and are looking for a Japanese speaking Inside Sales Assistant who is interested in supporting their growth.This position is entry-level/ associate-level, with your first 3 months as on-the-job training.Responsibilities for Japanese-English language Inside Sales Assistant:Process purchase orders and facilitate communication between customers, vendors and international HQ regarding order status and logistics Issue invoices to customers and suppliers, manage accounts receivable and customer credit lines Regularly provide excellent customer service by following up with clients and ensure satisfaction of quality of products, logistics timing, etc.Coordinate on-time production scheduling and ensure timely delivery of products Manage client database and regularly input/update client information Work with Accounting Dept/Bookkeeper to ensure transactions are recorded properly Other duties are assigned by inside sales manager Qualifications for Japanese-English language Inside Sales Assistant:Associate degree in International Business, or related field is a plus Must be proficient in Excel and Data Entry Must be bilingual in Japanese and English including reading/writing at the professional level Proficient in MS Office software, including email, word processing, and spreadsheets Strong written and verbal communication skills ----------Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc.has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years.We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries.Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you're a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity.By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information.Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client.If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position.If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.Job Type:Full-time Pay:$25.00 - $27.00 per hour Benefits:401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Education:Associate (Required) Experience:Microsoft Excel:3 years (Required) Language:Japanese (Required) Ability to Commute:Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Required) Work Location:In person.