Job Description

A global food distribution company in Richmond, BC area is looking for an Bilingual Sales Representative.

This is a full-time, direct hire position.

Responsibilities Include:

Manage a portfolio of existing and prospective accounts, driving sales growth and meeting revenue targets Serve as the main point of contact for Japanese and English-speaking clients, handling inquiries, orders, and contract negotiations Develop strategic account plans to expand product offerings and market share Coordinate with supply chain, marketing, and operations teams to ensure on-time delivery and product availability Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify new business opportunities Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and regular performance reports to stakeholders Resolve customer issues promptly, escalating when necessary to maintain high levels of satisfaction Provide feedback to product development and quality assurance teams on customer preferences and market requirements

Requirements Include:

Fluent level of Japanese and English language.

Korean or/and Chinese is also plus.

Associate's degree in Business Administration, Management or Marketing or related field Minimum of 1 year experience in account management, sales, or customer service within the food distribution

Must have a valid driver's license with clean record

Ability to travel up to 50% locally, with occasional overnight travel required. Strong leadership skills in team environment and skills to bring positive atmosphere to the team Ability to be flexible to work effectively with wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment Excellent communication (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) and presentation skills Ability to multi-task and perform duties time efficiently Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
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While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift 10-25 pounds if needed. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision and hearing.

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

Benefits:

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