Overview Business Development Manager (food industry) – Nippon Shokken U.S.A. Inc. | Location: Torrance, CA | Base pay range: $71,640.00/yr - $79,092.00/yr. Why Nippon Shokken U.S.A.? Nippon Shokken U.S.A. is the leading sauce and seasoning manufacturer in Japan, and is expanding the business in the US. 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 Torrance, CA 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 reach out to clients Build relationships with buyers or key decision makers of new and existing customers Demonstrate our products in stores and trade shows Increase revenue by managing and negotiating with clients, generating leads, and managing sales of the products Prepare, distribute, and coordinate sales contracts and associated forms to complete orders Maintain confidentiality of company and customers information; includes pricing, inventory, market share, and other materials that can be used by competitors Record sales and order information; sending copies to the sales office, and entering data Meet individual sales targets Review your sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets Duties and responsibilities are not limited to the above list Supervisory Responsibility Consult, support subordinates and have them fulfill their responsibilities Fully understand company's policy, strategy and plan with your members 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 Ability to read, write and speak Japanese or Chinese or Korean Valid driver license and 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 and 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 class, characteristic or consideration made unlawful under applicable federal, state or local laws. Benefits Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave Bereavement Leave 401K (matching) Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) Life Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Incentive Summer BBQ Party and Holiday Party Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Sales, Business Development, and Customer Service Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Get notified about new Business Development Manager jobs in Torrance, CA. J-18808-Ljbffr