These essential job functions are accomplished with the competencies identified below that are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Competencies
- Knowledge of automotive business
- Knowledge of processes involved in International Trade (import and export).
- Knowledge of basic accounting principles
- Knowledge of invoicing processes
- Knowledge of purchasing processes
- Knowledge of inventory control processes
- Capability to understand business operations and industry standards.
- Strong sales skills
- Strong motivation to learn automotive items and industries
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong computer skills Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PP. and Access
- Proficient use of PC, telephone, and various office equipment/systems.
- Computer (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Telephone and various office equipment/systems
- Client web portals
Supervisory Responsibility
- This position has no supervisory responsibilities
Hours Requirements
- This position typically works a standard work week of 40 hours; however, overtime may be required from time to time.
Physical Demands
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is regularly required to stand (10 % of the work day); walk (10% of the work day); sit (80% of the work day); use hands and fingers to handle, or feel (100 % of the work day); reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear (100 % of the work day). The Associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
Visual Acuity
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Cognitive Demands
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously
- Customer services skills
- Knowledge in the INCOTERMS and law
- Negotiation skills
- Leadership skills
- Experience with new projects or business
- Ability to understand business operations and industry standards. Ability to express knowledge of basic business processes and products.
- Ability to understand / express general import/export process and requirements.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variable in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
- Strong organizational skills. Strong time management. Ability to multitask.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Travel
- Local and international travel up to 20% may be required
Required Education and Experience
- University diploma or Bachelor Level, or experience equivalent
- Three or more years in the related area, preferably with automotive industry or international trading experience, and/or with knowledge on supply chain and inventory control
EEO Statement
Nissan Trading Corp., Americas provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and will provide reasonable accommodations that allow a qualified employee or applicant to perform the essential functions of the job without safety risks or undue hardship to the Company. In addition to federal law requirements, Nissan Trading Corp., Americas complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
