About This Position…

Client Overview: Our client, a subsidiary of a leading Japanese green tea manufacturer, established operations in response to an invitation from the Victorian Government in 1993. Committed to quality and innovation, they chose North East Victoria for its ideal agricultural conditions to cultivate Japanese green tea. This strategic decision aimed to overcome challenges like tea-related pests and diseases while ensuring a steady supply of premium green tea, even during Japan’s non-harvesting seasons. Leveraging Australia’s agricultural strengths, our client maintains a legacy of excellence in producing high-quality Japanese green tea.

Position Overview: As a Tea Ambassador – Japanese-Speaking Sales Specialist, you’ll represent our client’s prestigious green tea brand at the forefront. Your mission: drive sales and foster client relationships across diverse sectors while embodying the essence of Japanese tea culture. From sales routes to corporate collaborations, you’ll play a vital role in expanding the reach of our client’s premium green tea products. If you’re passionate about Japanese culture, thrive on sales success, and keen to contribute to our client’s growth in Australia, this role offers an exciting chance to make a real difference.

What does your next role look like?

As a pivotal member of the team, you’ll navigate diverse responsibilities, including:

Route Sales:

• Drive proactive sales initiatives with existing clients, including grocery stores, food distributors, and retail outlets.
• Explore new business opportunities to expand the client base and increase market presence.

Retail Sales:

• Lead sales operations and promotional activities in prominent retail outlets.
• Ensure brand visibility and product availability to attract and retain customers.

Corporate Sales:

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate clients, government entities, and other key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for business growth and initiate sales strategies to capitalise on them.

A little about you…

To excel in this role, candidates should embody the following attributes:

• Legal right to work in Australia without restrictions.
• Genuine passion for Japanese culture and tea traditions.
• Experience in sales or business development is preferred.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proactive and independent thinker who takes initiative.
• Ability to work independently while also thriving in a small, multicultural team.
• Proficiency in English and Japanese is desirable.
• Willingness to travel interstate, especially to Queensland (QLD) and New South Wales (NSW).
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field from an Australian institution.
• Ambitious with clear life goals, driven to achieve them through proactive effort.
• Car driving capability is advantageous.
• Not just a follower; someone who thinks creatively and suggests innovative ideas.

Location…

Office is located in Southbank, VIC – Conveniently Accessible from Anywhere

Working Hour…

Nominal hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, including a refreshing 0.5 hour lunch break. Flexibility in working hours can be arranged with pre-approval. 

Salary range…

Up to $85,000 per year + Superannuation: Rewarding Compensation for Your Skills and Dedication

Working flexibility…

Initially Full Onsite (Required), with Potential for Negotiable Remote/Flexible Work Arrangements 

Start From…

Immediate start – Begin your exciting new role right away. Enjoy the opportunity to jump right in and start making a difference from day one.

Application due date…

What this opportunity offers…

• Personal Growth: Grow alongside the company as it expands.
• Diverse Responsibilities: With a small, dynamic team, you’ll have the chance to be involved in various tasks beyond sales.
• Big Business Partnerships: Engage with leading Australian companies like Coles and Woolworths.
• Top Japanese Brand: Represent and work with Japan’s top-quality products.
• Health Food Focus: Contribute to the business of health food products.

APPLICATION INVITATION…

If this role aligns with your career objectives, we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. For queries, feel free to reach out. Your concerns are important, and we’re here to address them. 

THANK YOU TOR YOUR INTEREST…

We appreciate your interest and await your application. Ensure your resume aligns with the role requirements before applying.