Job Description

International Food Distributor is searching for a

Chinese / English Bilingual Account Manager

in the

Calgary, AB

area to travel and share their goods with the regional community. This role is perfect for someone with strong interpersonal skills, a passion for sales, and an interest in

Asian food culture

. You will be responsible for maintaining and expanding relationships with customers and vendors, presenting new products and sales performance reviews, and conducting market research on trends, products, and competitors.

Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with local channels, wholesalers, restaurants, hotels, and grocery stores to consistently exceed sales targets. Travel to customer locations, resolve customers issues, and develop solutions Determine customer requirements and propose appropriate service needs Understand specifications for products, present to customers, and negotiate prices Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management.

Requirements:

Basic knowledge of Asian food products Strong communication skills in both verbal and written Japanese, Chinese, or Korean Bilingual language skill is preferred Previous 1-2 years of B2B Sales experience Must be able to travel on a regular basis Must have a valid driver's license willing to travel up to 50% including overnight travel. Perform tasks requiring standing for long time, walking, and lifting up to 25Kg along with close and distance vision capabilities and hearing capabilities.*

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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. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person