Largest Sauce Company in Japan. B2B Outside Sales Rep. No Experience Needed.

Job Description
Job Description
Nippon Shokken U.S.A., the No. 1 Sauce Company in Japan, is Hiring! Business Account Executive
(Columbia, MD)
Base Salary:
$60,372
Performance Incentive: Average
6% of salary
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Average value of
8% of salary
Total Compensation Potential:
Approximately $68,000+
Join a global food manufacturer and help bring innovative Japanese food products and solutions to customers across the United States. Apply today to become part of a growing team with excellent career development opportunities. Why Join Us?

Clear career path

All our sales managers were promoted from within
High job security:
Stable, established company expanding in the U.S. market
Quality products:
Leverage Japanese food technology to serve American restaurants, distributors, and food manufacturers
The Role:
This position involves 80% travel within your assigned Torrance-area territory and 20% office work. You'll build relationships with new and existing customers, introduce our premium sauces and seasonings to American food businesses, and help expand our presence beyond our traditional Asian customer base.

What You'll Do

Cold calling to make appointments
Providing menu proposals
Conducting cooking demonstrations
Sales ride with distributor sales reps
Participating in food show
Business travel assigned as needed (10 days per month at least)
Participating in distributors’ Sales Meetings etc.

Our Vision

Although we're a Japanese company, most of our clients are American businesses. We're using our expertise as Japan's leading seasoning manufacturer to make American food tastier—and we need your help spreading this mission. Workdays and Hours
Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 5:30 pm)
Some weekends may be necessary
Location
Columbia, MD
We E-Verify and conduct post-offer substance screening.

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 classes, characteristic or consideration made unlawful under applicable federal, state or local laws.

Requirements
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship available)
Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
Comfortable with 80% travel throughout the area and its neighboring States
Able to lift 40+ lbs (product samples and materials)
Strong communication and organizational skills
Coachable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
Fluent in English (written and verbal)
Comfortable with Microsoft Office and CRM software
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
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