Sales Representative - Korean Bilingual

Sales Representative – Bilingual

Location: Carol Stream, Illinois (Hybrid – Office & Field-Based)

Compensation: $52k ~ $58k/yr DOE

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Language Requirements: English + Korean OR Chinese language proficiency

Employment Type: Full-time (no remote work; hybrid due to travel)

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the listed job-related qualifications. Please review thoroughly before submitting your application.

A U.S.

-based organization operating in the food and grocery distribution sector, serving a diverse client base with a strong presence in Asian markets.

The Sales Representative will manage existing client relationships while supporting business development initiatives across a multi-state territory. This role requires frequent regional travel and close interaction with retail, distributor, and food-service clients. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing sales activities with administrative responsibilities.

Client Account Management

• Manage and grow an existing portfolio of approximately 80–100 accounts
• Maintain long-term relationships with retail clients and distributors, particularly within the Asian food and grocery market

Business Development

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, primarily with restaurants and food-related businesses
• Support market expansion through strategic outreach and follow-up

Sales & Field Activities

• Conduct in-person meetings, presentations, and follow-ups across a multi-state region
• Provide product and pricing information and address client inquiries to ensure customer satisfaction

Administrative & Reporting

• Prepare sales-related documentation, including credit applications and contracts
• Maintain accurate client records and sales activity reports
• Complete required clerical tasks and written reports

Required:

• Expert-level Korean and English ability (spoken and written)
• Candidates with advanced proficiency in Chinese can also be considered
• Strong clerical and administrative skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle frequent travel

Preferred:

• Prior sales or customer-facing experience
• Familiarity with food, grocery, or distribution-related industries

• Semi-frequent regional travel with approximately 2–3 overnight stays every per month
• Travel areas include the Midwest and surrounding regions; occasional air travel required
• No weekend travel
• Travel allowance provided
• Team environment includes multilingual sales professionals supporting diverse markets

This role may include additional responsibilities as needed based on business needs.