At Nippon Shokken U.S.A., we’re not just looking for a sales representative, we’re looking for someone who truly understands flavor. If you have a background in the culinary world or a deep passion for food and cooking and enjoy connecting with people, your expertise will help us introduce our premium Japanese seasonings and sauces to new customers across the U.S.

This role blends culinary know-how with business savvy, giving you the chance to travel, build relationships, and spread flavor wherever you go! Whether you’ve worked in kitchens or simply live and breathe great food, your intuition and enthusiasm could be exactly what we need to help make America tastier!

Nippon Shokken U.S.A. is the leading sauce and seasoning manufacturer in Japan, and trying to expand the business more in the US.

Why Nippon Shokken U.S.A.?

Much better benefits (worth 9% of the salary on average), incentive (worth 7% of the salary on average), and competitive base salary
High level of job security
Provide opportunity to current employees. Our sales managers are all promoted in the company

Company vision

Although we are a Japanese company, less than half of our customers are Asian/Japanese. Most of our clients are American companies. Our vision is to use the technology and know-how we have as Japan's leading seasoning company to make America tastier, and it is you who will help spread this vision. Would you like to work with us?

Workdays and Hours

Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 5:30 pm)
Some weekends may be necessary

Location

Schaumburg, IL

We E-Verify and conduct post-offer substance screening.

Responsibilities:

80% travel in the area, 20% desk work. Business trips are assigned as needed.
Report to the office every morning. Schedule appointments and reaching out to clients.
Maintaining & developing relationships with new & existing customers.
Demonstrate our products in stores and trade shows.
Increasing revenue by managing and negotiating with clients, generating leads, and managing sales of the products.
Prepare, distribute, & coordinate sales contracts and associated forms to complete orders.
Maintains confidentiality of company and customers information; includes pricing, inventory, market share, and other materials that can be used by competitors.
Recording sales & order information; sending copies to the sales office, and entering data.
Accurate record-keeping within the company’s programs and/or other Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.
Reviewing your sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets.
Duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above list.

Qualifications

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship for employment visa status
AA or higher degree required
Able to lift over 40lbs
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Valid driver license & own transportation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to listen, follow and execute instructions
Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills combined with an aptitude for multi-tasking
Proven analytical and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to develop and obtain desired results & achieve budget
Habits of punctuality
Proven analytical and leadership skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer application

We are an equal opportunity employer with a policy of hiring and promoting on the basis of qualifications, proven ability, and level of contribution without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identification, or any other protected classes, characteristic or consideration made unlawful under applicable federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,848.00 - $62,448.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid time off
Travel reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc.

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