Business Development Coordinator - Japanese Bilingual
Champaign, IL
Full Time
Entry Level
A U.S. subsidiary of a leading Japanese corn starch manufacturer with over 150 years of history is seeking a motivated bilingual professional to join its team in Champaign, Illinois.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in international business, interpretation, market research, logistics coordination, and global communication between the U.S. and Japan.
Key Responsibilities
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in international business, interpretation, market research, logistics coordination, and global communication between the U.S. and Japan.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Japanese/English interpretation and translation support during meetings and business communications
- Research and analyze U.S. corn market trends and prepare reports in Japanese
- Coordinate grain logistics, transportation, and storage operations
- Support international business development and customer communications
- Collaborate with U.S. and Japan-based teams on projects and market activities
- Professional-level Japanese and English communication skills
- 3+ years of work experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; all majors welcome
- Interest in agribusiness, commodity trading, or international business is a plus
- JLPT N1 preferred for non-native Japanese speakers
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Willingness to travel as needed
- Opportunity to work in a global business environment
- Exposure to international trade and agribusiness operations
- Training and support available for motivated candidates
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