Sales Representative - Chicago,IL
Chicago, IL, United States
A Japanese food company is hiring a sales representative
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales opportunities.
• Communicates with customers and potential customers to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and promotes products and services to meet those needs.
• Communicates with sales manager to set prices and sales margins.
• Communicates with sales manager to set credit terms for each customer.
• Develops a thorough knowledge of products.
• Explains the quality and uses of products to customers based on their needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
• Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products that may be of interest.
• Monitors accounts receivable and collects payments from customers as needed.
• Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems.
• Delivers products to customers as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities:
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to learn SeaSoft system.
• Must be bilingual in Japanese(Native level) and English(Business Level).
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or related field OR At least three years of related experience required.
• Satisfactory background investigation report.
• Valid driver's license issued by the state of employment or current residence.
• Three years satisfactory driving record.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to drive for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Entry Level welcome
OPT welcome
Work Hour: 5:00 am ~ 8 hours + unpaid lunch
Overwork may be required
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