Technical Sales Assistant
Date Posted
1/13/2022
1/13/2022
Location
Torrance, CA
Torrance, CA
Salary Range
$45,000.00 - $54,000.00
$45,000.00 - $54,000.00
SUMMARY
QUALIFICATIONS
Technical Sales Assistant will assist to achieve maximum sales profitability, growth and account penetration within an assigned territory and/or market segment by assisting General Manager for communications with customers and vendors, and providing day-to-day sales support.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists to promote/sell/secure orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship-based approach
- Translates written materials and interprets meetings and other communications between English and Japanese
- Provides product, service, or technical and engineering information by answering questions and requests
- Demonstrates products and services to existing/potential customers and assists them in selecting those best suited to their needs
- Assists sales in all aspects of the order process (purchase orders, revisions, invoicing, etc…) Makes telephone calls and in-person visits and presentations to existing and prospective customers as needed
- Researches sources for developing prospective customers and for information to determine their potential
- Supports to develop clear and effective written proposals/quotations for current and prospective customers
- Works with Japan HQ, including marketing, sales management, accounting, logistics and technical service groups
- Participates in trade shows and conventions
- Performs other duties as assigned by upper management
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree: or its equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, or related field will be a plus
- 2-3 years’ experience in small business operations
- Fluency in English and Japanese
- Basic understanding of sales principles and customer service practices
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills
- Customer service focus
- Friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality
- Basic administration skills
- Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
TRAVEL
- Some travel is required for this position locally and nationally