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A Japanese manufacturing company focusing on automotive parts is currently looking for a full time, fully onsite Japanese bilingual Account Representative to join their Winchester, KY location.
This role will serve as a crucial link between their suppliers and customers, ensuring high-quality standards are met and maintained. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Japanese and English, with a strong background in engineering or a related field.
DOE & skills, the pay range for this position will be between 45k-50k. This position includes benefits such as health (90% covered by company), dental, vision and short/long term disability insurance. This position also includes 401k and PTO.
Your essential duties would be as follows:
Act as the quality assurance liaison between suppliers and customers
Communicate customer requirements to suppliers and ensure timely delivery
Prepare necessary documentation for quality control processes
Handle responses to defective products and implement corrective measures
Assist in maintaining and improving quality management systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality
Potential for growth into a managerial role with demonstrated performance
Please consider the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field preferred
Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English required
Entry-level candidates will be considered
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Commitment to long-term professional growth (5-10 years)
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO standards is a plus
A Japanese Automotive Parts company is on the lookout for a full time Japanese-English Bilingual Quality Assurance Specialist to join their Winchester, KY location.
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position will be between the 45k-50k mark. This position also includes health insurance (90% paid by company), dental, vision, health and life insurance, 401k, PTO and sick leave as well as short- and long-term disability insurance.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred
A Japanese Transportation & Logistics company is currently looking for a contract to permanent Japanese English Bilingual Accounting Assistant Manager to join their Winchester, KY location.
This position will be responsible for managing financial operations, liaising with their Japanese headquarters, and supporting the company's growth initiatives.
This will be a temp (3 months) to direct hire position.
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position will be between the 50k-70k mark with health insurance, 401k retirement plan and potential relocation assistance for the right candidates.
Manage day-to-day accounting operations using QuickBooks
Coordinate financial reporting between U.S. and Japanese offices
Support M&A activities and financial due diligence
Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports
Manage accounts payable and receivable
Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred but not mandator)
Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese is required
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in logistics or related industries (preferred btu not required)
Proficiency in QuickBooks and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities
Experience with international accounting practices preferred
Knowledge of FDA regulations and food logistics a plus
A leading Japanese provider of precision tooling systems is seeking a full-time, creative Marketing Specialist to develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies.
The ideal candidate will create engaging content, manage social media presence, and produce marketing materials to promote our diverse product range.
This is a great opportunity for candidates who have a degree in Marketing or a related field. This position requires the candidate to submit a professional portfolio when applying.
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be between 50k-60k and this would include health insurance for both the employee and his/her family members, PTO and sick leave.
Your essential duties would include the following:
Create catalogs and pamphlets using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Produce a 60-second company introduction video
Manage newsletter creation and distribution
Implement and maintain social media marketing strategies
Develop and execute marketing campaigns
Learn and effectively communicate product features and benefits
Analyze marketing metrics and adjust strategies accordingly
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field
1-2 years of internship or actual experience in marketing
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
Experience with video editing software
Strong understanding of social media marketing strategies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn technical product information quickly
Creative mindset with a keen eye for design
Experience with email marketing and newsletter creation
Presentable portfolio showcasing previous marketing work
Previous experience utilizing AI for marketing purposes.
A Japanese Logistics Company is looking for a full time Japanese English Bilingual Household Goods Coordinator.
This position is predominantly sedentary office work, which involves sitting, typing, filing, and conversing on the phone with customer both in English and Japanese, but at times, there might be a possibility of having to step out of the office and help outside (rare).
The pay for this position is 41k and it includes benefits such as medical, dental and vison , 401k with a company match, generous vacation and sick time and much more.
Customer Service: ability to effectively communication by email or phone with the customer to complete necessary documents required to coordinate the move
Ensure all documentation relating to shipment is properly completed as required
Interact closely with the moving team in preparation of the customer goods
Coordinate with the moving team to ensure proper packing, removing and loading of customer’s goods
Establish and maintain a professional working relationship with the moving team
General business support function as assigned
Bilingual English/ Japanese; ability to read, write & speak English and Japanese
Computer skills to include data entry and the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to clearly communicate directions to the driver and moving team
Ability to work overtime to meet the customer’s needs
Strong customer service skills
At least 1 year of experience in customer service
A Leading Japanese Company focusing on plastic resins and compounds is currently on the lookout for a detail-oriented and motivated contract to permanent Accounting Assistant to support the finance department for their Brentwood, TN location.
The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting various accounting tasks.
All candidates are welcome to apply. Candidates who majored in accounting or finance are a big plus.
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position would be around 40k-50k. This position includes health insurance, 401k and PTO.
Assist in maintaining general ledger accounts and preparing financial statements
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
Reconcile bank statements and perform account reconciliations
Support month-end and year-end closing processes
Assist in preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting discrepancies
Maintain organized financial records and ensure compliance with accounting policies
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
2-3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Good communication skills in English
Understanding of Japanese working culture is a plus
Experience working in a multicultural environment is preferred
A Leading Japanese Company focusing on plastic resins and compounds is currently on the lookout for a detail-oriented contract to permanent Office Coordinator to join their Brentwood, TN location.
This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing international company with potential for long-term employment. Although proficiency in Japanese is preferred, it is not a requirement.
DOE and experience and skills, this position’s pay range is 40k-55k. This position also includes amazing benefits such as insurance coverage for employee, spouse and children (paid in full by company).
Manage and organize office operations and procedures
Prepare and maintain documents using Microsoft Excel, including data entry and analysis
Provide customer service by answering calls and responding to inquiries
Arrange logistics for product shipments and deliveries
Assist the sales team with administrative tasks and support
Coordinate communication between US office and Japanese headquarters
Handle basic accounting tasks and expense reports
Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
Maintain office supplies inventory and place orders as necessary
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP function (must-have)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Basic understanding of logistics and shipping processes
Japanese language proficiency preferred
No prior work experience required; entry-level candidates welcome
Ability to work in a fast-paced, international environment
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
A Japanese Automotive company is seeking a Japanese-English Bilingual Sales & Trade Representative to join their Georgetown, KY location.
This is a great opportunity for bilingual candidates who have at least 1 year of sales experience (B2B sales) and are looking to further develop their career. This position requires business level Japanese and candidates are required to travel 25% of the time both within KY and to other states.
DOE and skills, this position’s pay range is between 45k-60k and in includes a very comprehensive benefit package.
● Liaise between product development, sourcing, supply chain management, vendors, shipping & receiving and operations for new products starting production and changes to products in production.
● Manage detailed launch plan on all new major projects. This includes product definition delivery, launch timeline, and material readiness as needed.
● Manage product change processes and initiate and coordinate engineering changes and product closeout.
● Generate sales bids, cost summaries, report review of sales, create forecast reports
● Create and extend quotations for new business projects
● Visit various client sites to establish relationship for future sales bids/projects
● Establish and apply purchase contract terms, create purchase orders and invoices
● Manage and oversee various shipments for projects
● Manage and oversee A/R and A/P reports assigned to project
● Assist with the Import/Export customer clearance process, assign HS codes
● Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, monitor and summarize project progress.
● Develop project scopes and objectives with project members to ensure on-time completion.
● Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
● Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
● Maintain an open schedule to communicate with Japan vendors
● Must have knowledge of basic engineering concepts, business management, account management, materials management.
● Must be proficient in MS Office - specifically MS Excel – formula and function.
● All other duties as assigned.
●Business sales experience and Japanese/English speaking
● Bachelor’s Degree in Management and/or related field and a minimum of 1 year of related or relevant experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment required ( 3 years of experience preferred) .
● Excellent written and verbal communications skills – English and Japanese
● Knowledge of manufacturing processes is a plus but not required.
● Must be able to travel and work at the customer sites – up to 25%.
● Must be able to travel out of state
A Japanese Manufacturing Automotive company is currently looking for a full time, Japanese Bilingual Sales Account Manager to join their Lebanon, KY location.
This role involves managing and developing relationships with our key customer and driving business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales within the automotive or manufacturing sectors, combined with strong skills in strategic planning, proposal creation, and negotiation
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position is around the 85k-90k mark. This position also includes amazing benefits such as health, vision, dental insurance, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement .
Your essential duties would be as followed:
・Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for client, ensuring strong and effective communication to build trust and long-term partnerships.
・Sales Planning and Strategy: Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve business goals, including identifying opportunities to expand market share.
・Proposal Development: Prepare and present compelling sales proposals, tailored to meet customer requirements and company objectives.
・Negotiation: Lead contract negotiations, ensuring favorable outcomes for both the customer and the company.
・Coordination with Internal Teams: Collaborate with production, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction.
・Market Research: Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
・Reporting: Provide regular sales forecasts, updates, and performance reports to senior management.
・Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is required.
・Experience: Proven track record in sales, within the automotive or manufacturing industries. Minimum of 5 years of sales experience.
・Skills: Strong skills in strategic planning, proposal development, and negotiation.
・Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
・Language: Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese is required
・Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions.
・Team-Oriented: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across various departments.
・Business Travel: Willingness to travel as needed to maintain customer relationships
A Japanese major trading company is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking full time Digital Transformation Analyst to join the Global Parts SBU in Georgetown, KY.
Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this mid-level professional will play a critical role in driving the company's digital evolution. The ideal candidate will leverage technology, AI, and innovative solutions to enhance internal processes, increase operational efficiency, and add value to the customers.
DOE and skills, the pay range for this position will be between the 70k-80k mark and it’ll include a comprehensive benefit package such as health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan and PTO.
This position also offers opportunities for career development and advancement.
Process Analysis and Improvement
Technology Implementation
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)
Collaboration and Communication
External Coordination
Technical Support and Training
Occasional Travel
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