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Emart America Inc.

Global Trade Operation Manager

Emart America Inc., Brea, California, United States, 92631


Position Overview:

The Global Trade Operation Team role focuses on managing the import and export processes of products, ensuring effective vendor and manufacturer relations, and optimizing logistics and cost efficiencies. This position involves product research, market analysis, vendor management, and overseeing compliance with regulatory requirements to streamline global trade operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Import Product Development : Conduct research and market analysis for No Brand products and new products from other companies. Prepare reports and develop strategies for the importation of new products.

Information Request and Review : Request and verify essential information for U.S. exports/imports, including CMB, quantity, price, ingredients, origin, HS CODE, and label sticker requirements. Assess the feasibility of importing related products.

Vendor and Manufacturer Management : Manage relationships with import product vendors and manufacturers. Facilitate communication to request and receive samples and distribute these samples to relevant sales teams.

Market Competitiveness Analysis : Conduct analyses on competitor product pricing, packaging, and labels. Research market trends and sales potential to evaluate the competitiveness of new products in targeted import categories.

Internal Tasting and Survey : Organize internal tasting sessions for newly developed products and conduct employee surveys to gather feedback.

FSVP Management : Oversee Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) activities, including ingredient reviews and documentation preparation.

Export/Import Shipment and Trucking Schedule Management : Plan and coordinate schedules for export and import shipments and trucking to ensure timely and efficient logistics flow.

Logistics/Customs/Purchasing Efficiency Analysis : Analyze logistics, customs, and purchasing processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements, aiming to enhance overall supply chain performance.

Overseas Exporter Management : Manage relationships with overseas exporters in countries like the Philippines and Thailand, ensuring compliance with FDA import regulations for each country.

Cost and Pricing Management : Set supply prices based on product purchase costs, finalize order quantities, and negotiate with suppliers regarding costs and order quantities.

Export Communication : Coordinate with the factory and planning team on export-related matters such as product ingredients, production conditions, certifications, and package design.

Information Registration and Documentation : Perform tasks related to vendor and product information registration. Prepare export/import-related contracts and customs documentation, and manage PO, SO, and invoice entries in QuickBooks.

Others : Perform additional tasks as assigned by the team.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in import/export management or supply chain management

Minimum 5 year of experience in Logistics or Similar Industry

Strong analytical skills with experience in market research.

Proficiency in managing vendor and manufacturer relationships.

Knowledge of logistics, customs regulations, and FSVP requirements.

Experience in cost and pricing management.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar financial management software.

Strong organizational and forecasting skills

Proficiency in Korean and English

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,000.00 - $89,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Brea, CA 92821 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Brea, CA 92821: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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