Purchasing Agent - Japanese Bilingual

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 nearly 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

• Maintains records on the Company AS400 system including inventory adjustment, price change, and container list.
• Prepares weekly sales meeting, update reports to inform salesperson about new products, changes in current products, and promotions.
• Sets up stock and vendor numbers in AS400.
• Process B/L, receipts and invoices to make payment on time.
• Coordinate with warehouse and vendors on short shipment, damages, and returned kegs to receive credits in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with AP to track invoices for making payment on time.
• Coordinate with AR to assure vendor credits are received in a timely manner.
• Set up New Vendors in the system; maintain and update their information in a timely manner.
• Assists with annual Food Expo preparations.
• Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit in an office setting for the majority of the day.
• Ability to type for extended periods throughout the day.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 20 pounds occasionally.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Business level English Required = Read/write/speak/listen.
• Business level 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 in business preferred.
• 1 years of relevant experience preferred.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Basic mathematical knowledge = markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
• Problem solving skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organization and time management skills.
• 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.