Job Description

Job Title: Logistics Coordinator (Japanese Bilingual)

Locations: El Monte, CA (100% onsite)

Term: Perm

Salary: $40,000 to $50,000 per annum

Industry: Food, Beverage, and Restaurant Supplies Manufacturing, Distribution, and Trade

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain accurate records in the Company AS400/ERP system, including inventory adjustment, price change, and container list.
• Manage all aspect of import process, including but not limited to preparing and submitting material declarations and shipping documents for ocean and air freight, custom clearance and transportation logistics.
• Communicate with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure proper ISF filling and efficient transfer of goods through customs and import processes.
• Work closely with brokers, freight forwarders and warehouse to ensure the timely arrival of goods.
• Resolve issues related to shipment delays or customs queries by monitoring shipment schedules and shipping documentation; proactively addressing any discrepancies or delays.
• Support documentation and compliance efforts related to FDA, USDA and other regulatory requirements for imported products.
• Prepare and review cost calculations for ocean and air shipments from foreign countries.
• Process shipment receipts and vendor invoices, and issue compensation charges to vendors.
• Prepare weekly sales meeting, update reports to inform salesperson about new products, changes to existing products, and promotions.
• Assist in planning and executing logistics for the company’s annual Food Expo, including coordination with suppliers and vendors.
• Attend company events and functions outside of normal working hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Obligation to answer to all management as requested.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work in an office setting for extended period of time.
• Ability to type and use computer for extended periods.
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Working Conditions: Noise Level – Normal to loud while in the office

Other Requirements:

• Business-level proficiency in English and Japanese is highly preferred due to the nature of the role involving frequent communication with Japanese-speaking clients or partners.
• Purchasing experience (Import Side)
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently as a team.
• Ability to adapt to frequent changes in assignments and workload.

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