Merchant, Nuts & Cereals

Job Purpose and Impact

This position will contribute Nuts & Cereals Department business through sales of one of core products such as tree nut and plant protein (but not limited to), to the company’s new and existing customers. In this role, you will help assess customer needs and suggest appropriate products, services and solutions, as well as being responsible for contract negotiation of purchasing the products you sell.

Key Accountabilities

60% Purchase and Sales Activity

• Obtain expertise knowledge of the product such as tree nuts (almond, walnut, hazel nut, etc.) and plant protein under supervision of manager and through on-the-job training, understanding the whole picture of supply chain.
• Negotiate and conclude purchase/sales contracts with supplier and customer, with a primary focus on tree nuts (almond, walnuts, etc.) and plant protein.
• Communicate with supply chain (logistics) team or 3rd party custom broker/warehouse to assist day-to-day delivery of products.
• Manage contract position and report to customers in timely manner.
• Understand food safety and its related regulation in Japan and overseas which directly impact our businesses.
• Research market and crop information and provide updates with related customers.
• Independently handle claims from customers/suppliers and find best solution for all stakeholders.
• Explore and develop new business opportunities with existing/new customers.
• Other duties may assigned.

25% Shipment, Inventory and Forex position control

• Control shipment of the contracted cargo to meet customer’s requested timing, working closely with supply chain team.
• Monitor the contracted inventory to ensure it remains at an appropriate level.
• Always pay attention to Forex covering contract to avoid short/long position risk.

15% Admin Tasks

Contract entry in system, managing credit limit, preparing customer’s specification sheet, submission of internal paperwork on time

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of related work experience with basic knowledge of import/export trading procedure
• Native or near-native level Japanese, and business level English
• PC skills (PowerPoint presentation, Word, Excel)
• Driving license (not mandatory but preferred)

Key Behaviors

• Strong communication and relationship-building skill with stakeholders
• Relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
• Positive mindset to solve complexities and learn from setback
• Respect team work