Market Assistant (BILINGUAL IN JAPANESE PREFERRED)
Market Assistant (BILINGUAL IN JAPANESE PREFERRED) APPLY NOW
At IRIS USA Inc., we have always aimed to enhance how people organize their lives, making us a leader in the organization industry. Our breakthrough came in 1994 when we introduced clear plastic storage solutions, by growing domestic home storage manufacturing through robotic automation into Arizona, Texas, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Since then, we have expanded our range to include small appliances, pet products, home goods, and RTA furniture, catering to a wide array of customer needs. Celebrating sixty years as a global brand, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service. Our success stems not just from our products, but from our commitment to building lasting relationships with our customers, offering solutions that simplify and organize life in homes, offices, and beyond.
SUMMARY:
This role is an entry level position into the world of Ecommerce Sales and Data Analytics. ****BILINGUAL IN JAPANESE PREFERRED*** Support Ecommerce Sales by compiling, analyzing, and reporting data of consumable and related products, consumerism, and promotions/strategies in international markets. This role assists efforts of evaluating the performance of campaigns, tracking global market trends, and delivering insights to optimize international marketing strategies.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Assist with conducting data analysis to identify opportunities in the US market
- Assist with market research to analyze customer needs and monitor competitor product
- Assist with the development of product by working closely with the sales and product development teams
- Participate in IRIS global product development meetings with members from Japan
- Compile a variety of data and in a variety of methods, ensuring accuracy, relevancy, and effectiveness
- Audit data sources regularly and troubleshoot issues that may affect data accuracy in reporting
- Effectively communicate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders using multiple tools to ensure effective visual communication
- Perform similar level or nature of duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, international business, data science, or similar field
Knowledge of:
- Sales and marketing
- Product development
- Profit and loss calculations
- Digital marketing channels
- Global ecommerce performance metrics and KPS
- Data visualization tools
Skill in:
- Using computer hardware, including keyboard, mouse, monitor, and related hardware
- Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
Ability to:
- Apply proficient mathematical and statistical problem-solving techniques
- Interpret data accurately, identifying key trends and patterns that inform international marketing strategies
- Evaluate data critically and providing actionable insights to optimize campaign performance across different regions
- Develop well-organized, visually appealing reports and dashboards to convey insights and metrics
- Engage with team members across different cultures and regions, adapting communication to align with diverse preferences
- Act with urgency
- Multi-task under strict deadlines while having multiple priorities at one time
- Exhibit positive attitude and openness to learning
- Effectively communicate and work in a cross-cultural environment
- Demonstrate high-level of organization and planning
- Exercise independent motivation
- Follow verbal and written English instructions
- Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written
- Exhibit courteous and respectful demeanor towards all company personnel in words and action
- Exhibit a cooperative, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving
- Build teamwork and resolve conflicts
- Work independently with minimal supervision
- Exercise good judgement and maintain a high level of ethical behavior
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Activities will involve frequent sitting, using a computer, analyzing large amounts of data, communicating verbally and in writing. Exerting 20- 50 pounds occasionally, 10- 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer, telephone, calculator, copy, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, and hand and eye movement. Move and operate presentation equipment. Travel to and from meetings and various locations inside and outside the building.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment is frequently within an office setting with low to moderate noise, LED lighting, and
temperature control while working alongside large groups of employees in cubicle spaces. Incumbents will attend various business meetings and events inside and outside of the buildings and may be required to travel overnight or out of-town for work. Occasional exposure to the manufacturing and distribution plant consisting of moving mechanical parts or heavy machinery, vibrations, fumes, unpleasant odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and moderate to loud noise while in the plant or traveling for work. Work during evenings and weekends as needed.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
8-hour shift
Language:
- Japanese (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Surprise, AZ 85379 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Surprise, AZ 85379: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Surprise, AZ 85379