Job Opening: Administrative Assistant to the Consul-General with the Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago

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Job Position: Administrative Assistant to the Consul-General

Organization: Consulate-General of Japan in Chicago

Salary/Hourly Rate: The minimum monthly base salary for this position is between $3,800 and $4,000. Depending on experience, the salary may increase beyond this range.

Where: Chicago, IL

Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:

The Consulate-General of Japan is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Consul-General. Please see the job posting for details.

Apply at: https://www.chicago.us.emb-japan.go.jp/files/101012291.pdf

2026 Kansougeikai!

JETAA Chicago's next chapter begins on April 1st, and to celebrate the transition, we are hosting our annual virtual Kansougeikai! A combination of a Kangeikai (welcome party) and a Soubetsukai (goodbye party), our Kansougeikai will take place on Monday, April 6th immediately following our Open Board Meeting, which starts at 6:30 pm CST. Attendees are welcome to join for both the Open Board Meeting and the Kansougeikai, or one or the other!

We hope you'll join us for fun community-building, games & chatting as we kick off the next 12 months with a bang!

Sign up here!

This event is for alumni only.

Questions? Contact us at info@jetaachicago.com 

Sales Administrator Position via Quick USA in Princeton, IN

This job opportunity was obtained courtesy of JETwit Jobs.

Job Position: Sales Administrator

Organization: Quick USA

Salary/Hourly Rate: 50k-60k

Where: Princeton, IN

Visa Sponsorship: No

Description:

A Japanese Trading company is currently looking for a full time, Japanese Bilingual Sales Administrator to join their Princeton, IN location.

This position will maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction through a blend of accounting, sales processing, supply chain, and communication activities.

The role is integral to supporting export operations, inventory management, and customer relations in a fast-paced, international environment.

DOE and skills, the pay range for this opportunity would be between the 50k-60k with great benefits.

Your essential duties would be as follows:

- Organize trial orders for export to international markets

- Coordinate with packaging companies to ensure export packaging requirements are met

- Collaborate with internal compliance teams to arrange export freight

- Communicate with overseas parent company as needed

- Calculate material orders using internal systems, place orders with suppliers, and manage delivery schedules

- Control inventory by balancing customer demand with supplier schedules to avoid shortages or excess stock

- Analyze data to proactively identify and resolve potential issues before they impact customers

- Place sales orders and arrange timely deliveries, ensuring customer requirements are met

- Calculate pricing for customers using supplier quotes and standardized quotations; prepare sales and gross profit budgets

- Maintain strong, ongoing relationships with customers and suppliers through daily follow-up and communication

- Attend and facilitate meetings, including presenting information to groups

- Set up new parts in the database using confirmed customer specifications

- Facilitate just-in-time (JIT) deliveries by coordinating with suppliers, transportation companies, and customers

- Assist with accounting and quality issues, supporting other departments as needed

Please consider the following qualifications when applying:

- Bachelor’s degree required (supply chain management preferred, but not mandatory)

- 0–3 years of experience in a related field is a plus

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in group settings

- Knowledge of flat roll metals (steel and aluminum) is a plus

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with J.D. Edwards is a plus

- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

- Japanese N3 level ( JLPT N3) or higher would be a big plus

- Comfortable presenting information and facilitating meetings

- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and perform duties requiring walking, standing, and occasional bending or reaching

Great opportunity to work for a famous Japanese company!

Apply at: Please send your resume and cover letter to carlos@919usa.com