Purchasing Assistant - Non Food - Mutual Trading Co., Inc.

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

About the Job

About us:

Established in 1926, Mutual Trading Co., Inc. was originally a small co-op organization for centralized purchasing of basic import foods to service the needs of the early Japanese immigrant society in Southern California. We've grown nearly 100 years old now, and command a premiere position among Japanese foodservice suppliers, as well as fill a key role as "Culinary Ambassador" promoting Japanese foods worldwide.

Since 2011, our affiliate, Yamasho Inc. takes pride in providing a variety of restaurant items ranging from non-food to dry and frozen food products to our restaurant customers in its current location in Elk Grove, IL. Today, the company is dedicated to meet and exceed the customers’ expectations and create a unique experience to our customers with the explosion of Japanese food and culture in America.

Benefits:

All paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance and 401k Plan with company match.

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL.

Hours: M-F 9AM - 6PM, 1 hour Lunch Break, OT May Apply.

Pay Range: $20-$25/hour.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintains records on the Company NAV system including inventory adjustment, price change, and container list.
Ensure adequate volume of products and create purchase orders based on sales volume and inventory.
Physically pick various items or receive shipment, inspecting their quantities and qualities in the warehouse.
Process receipts and invoices for payment.
Sets up both stock and vendor numbers.
Communicates with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure efficient transfer of goods through the regulated process.
Communicates with trucking companies to ensure proper transfer of goods.
Prepares ocean and air shipments cost calculations for foreign and domestic purchases.
Ensure supply product meets level of standards.
Work with warehouse department to ensure correct quantity, satisfactory quality, and proper receiving of purchased goods.
Attend Company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
Other duties as required by branch manager.
Obligation to answer to all management as requested.

Physical Requirements:

Able to sit in an office setting for an extended period of time.
Able to type and use a computer for extended periods throughout the day.
Standing and walking for an extended period of time.
Able to reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 70 pounds occasionally.
Able to operate forklift to receive the shipment in the warehouse and inspect product quality.
Working Conditions:
- Noise Level: Normal to loud while in the office.
- Temperature fluctuations while in Warehouse.

Other Requirements:

Business level English required.
Business level Japanese plus.
Maintains a positive attitude.
Able to work independently and as a team.
Able to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree in business preferred.
2+ years of purchasing experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Intermediate mathematical knowledge - profit margin calculations, markups, discounts, combining/converting measurements, counting inventory, etc.
Problem-solving skills.
Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
Communication and interpersonal skills.
Exceptional organization and time management skills.
Knowledge of Japanese foods and sakes preferred.
Knowledge of Japanese pottery and dishes preferred.

Disclaimers:

This position description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related duties as instructed or requested by the department manager or other management as needed, subject to reasonable accommodation and business needs. The information contained herein is subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, and no part of this document is to be construed as an express or implied contract of employment, nor does it alter the “at-will” employment status with the Company. Requirements are subject to accommodations with ADA, FEHA, and all other applicable federal and state laws. Please report any changes of essential job functions to the Human Resources Department.

Mutual Trading Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Source : Mutual Trading Co., Inc.