Sales and Marketing Coordinator

About Gekkeikan

Gekkeikan's state-of-the-art sake brewing facility in Folsom, California is the latest chapter in a continuing success story that began almost 400 years ago five-thousand miles away in Fushimi, Japan. Today, Gekkeikan's passion for pleasing the sake connoisseur remains unchanged. Dedicated just as the founder was several years ago, both Gekkeikan Japan and Gekkeikan USA continue the tradition of both taste and quality.

Job Purpose

Gekkeikan Sake (USA), Inc. is looking to hire an entry-level Sales & Marketing Coordinator to increase sales of our sake products in North America. The candidate will work in a small team in the Sales & Marketing Department to perform daily tasks and enhance the operations of the sales team. The ideal candidate will be willing to not only handle a wide variety of assigned daily tasks but also be able to work independently to solve problems.

Your Responsibilities

• Receive and process purchase orders and sales transactions from clients
• Communicate with clients regarding the status of their purchase orders
• Manage and handle communication and paperwork related to import and export of goods.
• Follow all required rules, regulations, and compliance policies as required
• Assist in the operations of the Tasting Room (Fridays and Saturdays)
• Support and enhance the Sales & Marketing Departments daily operations as instructed.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Excellent ability to communicate politely and clearly with clients and colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office - namely Outlook Word and basic functions in Excel
• Familiarity with office equipment (such as printers and scanners)
• Ability to work Fridays and Saturdays for Tasting Room operations

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Any experience in order processing, communication with clients, business negotiation, basic sales management
• Social media account management

Education and Prior Work Experience

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Associates or Bachelor's degree in relevant field, preferred.
• Experience: 1+ year of experience in similar client facing role, preferred but not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gekkeikan Sake (USA), Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation listed for this position is our good faith and reasonable estimate of the position compensation range as of the time of posting. At Gekkeikan Sake (USA), Inc. we offer great benefits and services including medical, dental, and life insurance (to our eligible employees). Additional benefits include retirement savings plans like 401(k), vacation/paid time off, sick leave in compliance with state law, as applicable, paid holidays, and employee discounts on sake. Please note that benefits offerings are subject to any legal requirements or limitations and employee eligibility status.

Pre-employment Screening

Pre-employment screening: Candidates must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check. Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.

Job Type

Job Type: Full-time

Pay

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s)

• Are you available to work on weekends?

Ability to Commute

Ability to Commute: Folsom, CA 95630 (Required)

Work Location

Work Location: In person