Wine Import Trade Clerk
Job Summary
This position involves managing international wine logistics and trade documentation, including order processing and coordinating with overseas wineries. The role is based in the Azabu-Juban area and offers a stable work-life balance with weekends off. Candidates should possess trade administration experience and business-level proficiency in both Japanese and English.
Responsibilities
- Process orders from global wineries
- Manage trade documents and logistics
- Coordinate with freight forwarders for customs clearance
- Perform general administrative data entry and email tasks
Required Skills
- Trade administration experience
- Business-level Japanese
- Basic English proficiency (reading/writing)
- Microsoft Word and Excel
Job Details
【Job Description】
* Order processing from wineries worldwide and domestic logistics/inventory management (main importing countries: France, Italy, USA, Chile, etc.)
* Creation, verification, and management of trade documents (invoices, packing lists, etc.)
* Customs clearance arrangements and scheduling/delivery coordination with freight forwarders (cargo transport companies)
* Other general administrative tasks such as data entry and email correspondence.
【Working Hours】
* Working hours: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (1-hour break)
* Overtime: Up to 20 hours per month
* Working days: Monday to Friday (5 days a week)
【Application Requirements】
◆Required Skills
* Experience in all aspects of trade administration (previous work experience handling goods other than food is acceptable)
* Business-level Japanese (ability to smoothly handle internal and external coordination, phone calls, and emails)
* Ability to read and write basic English (used for email communication with overseas suppliers)
* Basic Word and Excel skills (ability to input data and use simple functions)
◆Preferred Skills
* Experience in trade administration in the food and beverage industry
* Experience using English in a practical setting, or experience in correspondence (document communication) with overseas companies
* Knowledge of wine and spirits, or a passion for wine