Comrise
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.