Position Summary
Maruwa America Corp. is seeking a bilingual Sales Assistant to support our sales team. This role is responsible for processing purchase orders (POs), managing shipment coordination, and handling customer communication. While customers are 100% based in the U.S. (English communication), frequent interaction with our Japan headquarters and factories (mainly via email in Japanese) is also required. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in both English and Japanese.
Key
- Process and manage purchase orders (POs) received by the sales team.
- Coordinate shipment processing and related documentation.
- Communicate with customers regarding PO and shipment status, accounts receivable, and related matters (primarily in English).
- Communicate with Japanese headquarters and factories regarding orders, shipments, and other operational issues (primarily in Japanese, via email).
- Use OMS (Order Management System) for processing and tracking.
- Handle transactions and data input through customer portals as needed.
- Support sales reporting and data management using Excel, Word, and other Microsoft Office tools.
- Assist with Salesforce operations (experience preferred).
- Provide administrative support for various ad-hoc tasks as required.
Required
LanguageBusiness-level proficiency in both English and Japanese (reading, writing, and email correspondence required).TechnicalProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word (mandatory).Experience with OMS or similar order management systems preferred.Salesforce experience a plus.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Prior experience in inside sales, customer support, or sales assistant roles preferred.Employer
Company
Maruwa America Corporation
Form of
Full-Time, Santa Ana office
Work Hours &
Standard workday7.5 hours per day.
Flexible startbetween 7 : 30 AM and 9 : 30 AM in 30-minute increments.Hybrid2–3 days per week in office, remaining days remote.Compensation & Benefits
Starting$22+ / hour (Negotiable, based on experience)ProbationNone.Paid Time Off (PTO) : 10 days in the first year.Medical, Dental, Vision insurance effective from the first day of the month following hire date.401(k) : Eligibility begins after 6 months of employment.