Job Description

An international food distributor is currently seeking a

Chinese/ English Bilingual

Sales Representative

to support their operations in the Elk Grove Village, IL office. They supply various food products and kitchen equipment to Asian cuisine restaurants and grocery stores in the Midwest. The ideal candidate has experience in working in food industry and is interested in transitioning to sales! Entry level candidates are also welcome! This is a full-time, direct hire position.

Sales Representative Responsibilities:

Develop new business opportunities by performing cold calls, meeting with the clients Maintain good relationships with current customer base Forecast and build leads for new customers and business development Learn about the products and seasonal trends to keep updated of the industry Manage inventory with Customer Service team Customer support Domestic business travel Other duties as assigned

Sales Representative Requirements:

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred Ability to speak Chinese, Japanese, or Korean is a big plus Interest in Asian foods and cuisine Strong organizational and communication abilities Be able to use Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.) Able to travel occasionally Experience in sales is a plus Must have valid driver's license, passport This position is in an office work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.*

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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.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person