Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a Bilingual Import Specialist fluent in Japanese, Chinese, or Korean and English to join their New Jersey Branch. This role offers a direct-hire opportunity with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to contribute to the mission of promoting Asian cuisine and well-being.

As an Import Associate, you will provide administrative and logistical support to the Inventory Replenishment Division (IRD). Your responsibilities will include coordinating customs clearance, managing purchase orders, and ensuring smooth import operations in alignment with company protocols. Key Responsibilities

Import Operations

• Provide estimates and guidance on U.S. import processes via air, ocean, and truck shipments.
• Coordinate customs clearance and arrange cargo deliveries from ports and airports to the facility.
• Monitor and resolve import-related issues, including post-entry amendments and internal audits.
• Maintain import data, verify its accuracy, and classify all entries.
• Communicate with customs brokers to obtain tariff classifications, duties, and harmonized codes.
• Prepare and process import-related documentation, such as shipping and payment invoices.
• Support the distribution and purchase allocation manager with import-related projects.

Purchasing Coordination

• Collaborate with the sales team to forecast and plan seasonal, sales, and import quantities.
• Record and submit purchase orders for managerial approval.
• Schedule shipments, track arrivals, and address any issues related to late, missing, or damaged goods.
• Liaise with suppliers to gather pricing data, compare offers, and maintain contact information.
• Maintain detailed purchasing records for budgeting and financial management purposes.
• Support other related purchasing activities as required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required.
• fluent in Japanese, Chinese, or Korean
• Experience:
• 1–3 years in an office environment.
• Preferred: Experience as an assistant buyer, purchaser, or in import/export with freight forwarders or customs agencies.
• Skills:
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Knowledge of U.S. Customs and government agency regulations (preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use Oracle ERP systems and other software.

Working Conditions

• Standard 40-hour workweek in an office environment; occasional overtime during peak periods.
• May spend time in the warehouse to confirm product deliveries or visit off-site commercial locations.

Benefits
Wismettac offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• 19 days of paid time off
• Wellness programs and EAP assistance
• And more! (Employee contributions may apply.)

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Authorization to work full-time in the United States is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.70 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

 

• 8 hour shift

 

Shift availability:

 

• Day Shift (Preferred)

 

Ability to Commute:

 

• Carlstadt, NJ 07072 (Required)

 

Ability to Relocate:

 

• Carlstadt, NJ 07072: Relocate before starting work (Required)

 

Work Location: In person