KENT, WAPosted a month ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc.

• Job overview

  The National Sales Administrator at Wismettac Asian Foods supports the Branch Manager and coordinates a major retail project, contributing to sales goals and operational efficiency.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves managing project communications, preparing reports, processing orders, responding to brokers and vendors, coordinating deliveries, handling administrative tasks like invoicing and commission calculations, and providing excellent customer service.

• Compensation and benefits

  The position offers $20 to $35 per hour, health, vision, dental, life and pet insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, wellness programs, and requires pre-employment drug testing and US work authorization.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates need a bachelor's degree or 4 years related experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Oracle ERP, knowledge of Asian food products, strong communication and organizational skills, and customer service orientation.

• Work environment and culture

  The work environment is a clean office with some noise from machines, occasional evening calls with Japan, some travel, and a stimulating but demanding pace with deadlines and problem-solving.

• Company information

  Wismettac Asian Foods is a global company with a 100-year history focused on Asian cuisine, aiming to modernize and thrive in the food industry by sharing Asian food tastes and health benefits in North America.

• Job location and travel

  The job is based in an office environment with some travel to branches and warehouse visits, involving communication with headquarters in Los Angeles and the parent company in Japan.

• Application process

  Applicants must complete a signed employment application at interview; recruiters are not to contact; pre-employment drug testing is required.

• Unique job features

  The role uniquely involves coordination between US branches, brokers, vendors, and the parent company in Japan, supporting a membership-only big-box retail project with cross-functional communication and project management.

Company overview

Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. is a leading distributor of Asian food products and related goods, serving North America since its founding in 1912. The company specializes in sourcing and supplying a wide range of authentic Asian ingredients, beverages, and kitchenware to restaurants, retailers, and foodservice operators. It generates revenue by leveraging its extensive supply chain network, importing products from Asia and distributing them across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. With over a century of history, Wismettac is recognized for its commitment to quality, cultural authenticity, and fostering global culinary connections.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in sales administration, project coordination, and customer service, highlighting your ability to manage communications with multiple stakeholders including brokers, vendors, and internal teams.

• Showcase your proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and any ERP systems like Oracle, as well as your familiarity with Asian food products, which are key to this role.

• Apply through multiple platforms such as Wismettac Asian Foods' corporate careers page, LinkedIn job postings, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your chances of being noticed.

• Connect with current employees in the sales or project management divisions at Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on the company’s recent modernization efforts or asking about their experience working on cross-functional projects involving international teams.

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