Technical Sales Assistant

SUMMARY

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