Description

About Us: Uwajimaya, a family-owned business, and a cornerstone of Asian grocery retailing since 1928, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team. With a legacy of excellence and a commitment to providing exceptional customer experiences, Uwajimaya has grown to become the premier destination for Asian food culture in the Pacific Northwest.

Who We're Looking For: We are seeking individuals who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, driven to excel in their roles, and motivated to contribute to our vibrant team. Whether you're a seasoned professional or eager to start your career, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds who share our enthusiasm for food, customer service, and Asian culture.

We offer:

• A flexible, friendly, and diverse work environment

• Competitive starting wages

• Employee discounts on food and gift items

• Paid holidays from day one

• Excellent health benefits

• Retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Long term disability

• Life insurance

• Opportunities for growth and advancement

• Supplemental insurance options available

Position Summary:

The Sales Rep Trainee will undergo a 4 to 6-month development program designed to cultivate the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to excel as an Outside Sales Representative. Throughout this period, you will receive hands-on training, engage in shadowing experiences, and receive guidance from seasoned mentors to build a strong foundation in sales techniques, product knowledge, and customer relationship management.

Position’s Key Responsibilities:

• Immerse yourself in the diverse range of Uwajimaya products and gain a deep understanding of their origins, qualities, and significance to our customers.

• Participate in tailored sales training sessions to learn effective sales strategies, negotiation techniques, and customer-centric approaches.

• Accompany skilled sales representatives on customer visits, in-store demonstrations, and sales meetings to observe and learn from their interactions.

• Collaborate with the sales team to identify potential clients, conduct market research, and contribute to lead generation efforts.

• Assist in building and maintaining relationships with existing clients, understanding their preferences, and addressing their inquiries.

• Develop skills in delivering compelling and informative sales presentations to potential customers.

• Learn to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, customer interactions, and progress toward sales targets.

• Understand the assigned sales territory, including key customer demographics, competitor analysis, and opportunities for growth.

• Receive regular feedback and coaching from assigned mentors to track progress and address areas for improvement.

• Stay updated with industry trends, market dynamics, and sales best practices through workshops, seminars, and online resources.

• Other duties as assigned.

Starting at $25.00/hr., Depending on Experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak Korean preferred.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• High school diploma or its equivalent.

• Knowledge of Asian products preferred. Asian language proficiency is a plus.

• Restaurant management, Marketing and Sales experience preferred.

• Excellent customer service.

• Basic math skills.

• Flexible schedule.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

• Ability to build relationships with team and customer with honesty & integrity.

• Requires a valid WA DL & clean driver record.