Japanese Bilingual Purchasing Manager

$75,000 - $99,000/Yr

Mutual Trading Co. - Elk Grove Village, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Elk Grove Village, IL

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Japanese Bilingual Purchasing Manager at Mutual Trading Company is responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies that align with the company's business objectives. This role involves negotiating with vendors, researching products, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. The position also includes overseeing the purchasing department's daily operations and mentoring staff, contributing to the company's mission of promoting Japanese foods and culture in America.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes purchasing strategies to support the Company's business objectives.
• Negotiates with vendors for the best possible price and service guarantee.
• Researches and develops products for the Company to increase sales and revenue.
• Monitors and forecasts upcoming demand and develops new supply sources if necessary.
• Reviews inventory and investigates discrepancies.
• Manages and develops food safety programs for hazard analysis, sanitation, recall, etc.
• Oversees quality control and ensures compliance with government food safety standards and regulations.
• Coordinates with purchasing employees in other locations to negotiate discounts for bulk purchases and optimizes efficiency.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department and provides constructive and timely feedback, training, and coaching.
• Attends Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Japanese
• 5+ years of relevant experience in purchasing or management
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Intermediate mathematical knowledge
• Basic Microsoft Office proficiency
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Mentoring, coaching, and people management skills

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes highly preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance