Assistant Sales Manager

Job Title: Assistant Sales Manager - Japanese/English Bilingual (Required)

Industry: Auto Parts Sales (Original Equipment)

Location: White, GA

Reports To: Sales Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: $75K～(DOE)

Business Trip: 10-20%

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Sales Director of our original equipment - division, this position will manage the Request for Quote (RFQ) process for the department. Additional responsibilities for this role will involve planning, developing, and implementing programs to achieve sales goals, develop long and short-term sales planning, programs and objectives and evaluate the effectiveness of current sales programs. The Assistant Sales Manager will maintain good business relationships with existing accounts and prospect for future sales opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the company product line, including features, benefits, warranties, sizing, and applications
• Handle the Request for Quote (RFQ) process.
• Plan, develop and implement programs for accounts within the division to achieve sales goals
• Assists in the development and formulation of long and short-term sales planning, programs, and objectives
• Evaluates effectiveness of current sales programs
• Analyze and negotiate market pricing
• Report as necessary on sales activities and forecasts
• Develop and maintain good business relationships with key accounts through periodic contacts and proper handling of sales and administrative functions
• Conduct market gathering activities to have a solid understanding of competitor offerings
• Make suggestions on products, sales programs, and policies, etc.
• Support the communication with customers by language skill in English and Japanese
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Product/industry knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and motivational skills

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word) • Goal and customer service oriented

• Ability to travel as needed for business with some need for overnight accommodations
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving history
• Bilingual – English and Japanese required
• Ability to follow Company policies and safety guidelines

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree

Automotive OEM sales and marketing experience is a plus.

To apply please email your resume to kkitai@pasona.com