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Our client, a prestigious national law firm, seeks Japanese speaking project assistants for an immediate document review need. Candidates should be fluent in Japanese and English, have strong business acumen and knowledge of corporate structures. Attorneys are welcome to apply, but a law degree is not required. This is a long-term contract opportunity! Please send your resume to ndaftari@beaconhillstaffing.com for immediate consideration.

King & Spalding, an international law firm located in Midtown Atlanta, seeks a Legal Analyst fluent in Japanese. Candidate must be able to read and speak Japanese fluently and speak English fluently. This position is responsible for reviewing documents, translating portions into English, and assessing their importance. Candidates can be a licensed attorney, JD, LLM or Paralegal. Although not required, legal training is preferred. This is a full time, temporary position and candidates must be able to make at least a six month commitment. Interested candidates should email their resumes to projectattorneys@kslaw.com.

Culture Connect is an Atlanta-based nonprofit that develops cultural fluency among immigrants and their service providers to advance Atlanta as a flourishing internationally diverse community. The Language Services Manager is responsible for all operations of the Language Services Program (interpretation and translation) including, but not limited to day-to-day operations, recruitment, training, oversight of 250+ interpreters, and quality control. This position reports directly to the Executive Director. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, minimum of 1-2 years of administrative experience, superb communication skills including writing ability, great attention to detail and time management. Preferred candidates will have experience working with immigrant and refugee communities and facilitating trainings. This position is available to begin early July 2010. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to info@cultureconnectinc.org. No calls please.

NYK Line (NA) Inc. is currently seeking a Sales Representative for the Atlanta office and southern region. This position will be responsible for the following:

• Develop opportunities for profitable business from new and existing accounts in accordance with the business plan and as directed by Region Sales Management.
• Cover both Japan related accounts as well as non-Japan related accounts for both account management and new business development.
• Remain integrated and interact regularly as a member of the Regional Sales team.
• Maintain and manage an account portfolio.
• Solicit cargo in the Transpacific, Transatlantic, South American trades, as well as any new trade lanes pursued by NYK.
• Develop and maintain a good working knowledge of services and policies.
• Communicate effectively to appropriate staff the results of customer contact.
• Perform some limited inside sales functions: rate requests, contract process, presentations, and reports as required by sales management.
• Service accounts in accordance with customer and management expectations.
• Participate in all regional sales meetings and experiences.

The successful candidate will need to possess the following skills and experience:

• Fluent verbal/written Japanese and English communication skills required.
• Minimum 5 plus year’s of containerized shipping industry related experience preferred.
• Inside/Outside sales or trade management experience strongly required.
• Strong business acumen, particularly in the field of supply chain logistics is preferred.
• Strong business and social skills necessary to interact effectively with outside customers as well as NYK internal customers is necessary.
• Diligent approach to obtaining more profitable business.
• Excellent analytical/problem solving skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and Lotus Notes (email).
• Extensive travel will be required.

Associate Sales Representative (Software)

Department:
Sales and Marketing

SUMMARY:
Sell Ventyx’ software solutions, services, market analytics and annual support services to businesses by performing the following duties. This position will be located in Tokyo, Japan after completion of a 3-4 month training program in Atlanta, GA. Successful candidates need to be fluent in Japanese and very proficient in English.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support Sales Executives in assigned area through:

• Preparation of material for meeting with clients and prospects.
• Manage license maintenance and recurring revenue renewal process within assigned territory.
• Perform demand generation and prospecting activities for the region.
• Meet new account sales quotas for products, services, and support by closing revenue recognizable contracts.
• Meet installed account sales quotas for products and services by closing recognizable contracts.
• Compile lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads based on information from newspapers, business directories, Ventyx ads, trade shows, Internet Web sites, and other sources.
• Travel throughout assigned region and/or territory to call on existing and prospective customers to solicit orders or talk with customers by phone, e-mail, web conference, etc.
• Analyze customers' needs and recommend solution that best meets the customers' requirements.
• Maintain current product knowledge.
• Keep abreast of current Ventyx solutions and services as well as market competitors.
• Emphasize salable features such as flexibility, cost, capacity, business benefits, economy of operation, and total economic value.
• Quote prices and credit terms and prepare sales contracts for orders obtained.
• Estimate date of delivery to customer based on knowledge of own firm's production and delivery schedules.

Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
Cultural Affairs Coordinator

The Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan, is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of Cultural Affairs Coordinator. Among other responsibilities, this position will be responsible for coordinating cultural events held at JICC. Please see below for a complete listing of responsibilities.

The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, 15 days of paid vacation per year, a number of paid U.S./Japanese holidays, and sick leave. Working hours are from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with weeknight and/or weekend events several times a month (paid overtime). Salary is commensurate with experience.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. green card holder. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities:
• Assisting the JICC diplomats in coordinating cultural events, including lectures and performances.
• Composing diplomatic correspondence in Japanese and English.
• Translating reports of Japan-related lectures or panel discussions into Japanese.
• Inventory and control of Public Relations materials.
• Disseminating information on Japan to the public; responding to public inquiries on Japan
• Assisting other JICC staff in the preparation of other projects besides cultural events

Requirements:
• Bilingual in Japanese and English
• Knowledge of Japanese culture
• Flexibility and resourcefulness
• Superior communication skills
• Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Team-oriented self-starter
• Bachelor’s degree in related field

Only those with the authority to work in the United States will be considered. OPT does not qualify.

To apply:

SQL Programmer Job Description

Term: 3 to 4 months
Site: 3660 Highway 411 NE, White, GA 30184
Pay: $5,000.00 per month (gross)
Japanese Language Proficiency Required

This position will provide new development support to internal analysts/programmers for preparing SQL Server upgrade from 2000 to 2005 (or 2008).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Check all SQL statement in MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) application source code and validate them against SQL Server 2005 Database Engine.
• Modify and Test SQL statement if necessary.
• Comment source code, update change log, and make necessary archive of the source code.

All of the work will be done in Toyo lab environment from 8 am to 5 pm. This is a hands-on job which needs attention to details and diligence.

Qualifications
• Strong understanding of SQL
• Some programming experience with VB.NET in ASP.NET environment
• Some programming experience with VC++ console application
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Experience with SQL Server 2005 and 2000
• Experience in using SQL Server tools (e.g. Profiler, SQL Server Management Studio, etc.)
• Ability to work with minimum supervision

Contact:
Shinji Takahashi
Toyo Tire North America Manufacturing, Inc.
Phone: 678-721-7164
takahashis@toyotirena.com

Title: Account Manager

Reports to: Senior Account Executive

Status: Non-Exempt

Purpose of position:
Provide day-to-day support to an assigned group of clients, either as part of an account team or individually. Responsible for implementation of each client’s annual strategic plan.

Relationships:
Clients, Carrier/Vendor Partners, Internal Employees

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Regularly communicate with clients on a variety of benefits issues and projects relating to the annual strategic plan. Meet with clients at least annually to determine client goals.

2. Troubleshoot any client issues; respond to client requests within 24 hours of receipt. Resolve issues and communicate accordingly.

3. Assist with negotiation and presentation of client renewals on an annual basis.

4. Work with clients to determine content for client communication campaign materials.

5. Market client plans as necessary and present marketing analysis.

6. Handle various administrative tasks associated with client service.

7. Assist with preparation of stewardship and financial reports for clients.

8. Follow up with Account Executives and Producers regarding account status/changes on a regular basis.

9. Develop strong relationships with carrier/vendor partners.

10. Conduct open enrollment meetings/presentations for clients as needed.

Position Requirements (knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform satisfactorily in the position):

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and at least three years of progressive experience in field of employee benefits or a high school diploma or equivalent and at least five years of progressive experience in the employee benefits industry.
• A current benefits license for the state of Georgia or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Title: Receptionist/Office Assistant
Reports to: HR Consultant
Status: Non-Exempt; Part-Time

Purpose of position:
Assist with a variety of office functions, including providing support to firm President.

Relationships:
Internal Employees, Vendors, Clients

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Provide administrative support to firm President including managing schedule, arranging travel, organizing files, developing communication materials and assisting with various projects.

2. Provide general office management with vendors and other partners doing business with the firm. Build strong relationships with vendors and communicate with employees when vendor visits take place.

3. Support all firm employees with various administrative tasks and project work.

4. Order office supplies proactively. Keep supplies stocked and organized at all times.

5. Responsible for office presentation; manage appearance of the front desk, kitchen and office supply/copy room. Ensure all areas look neat and professional.

6. Manage all shipping activities for the firm including the postage meter and overnight mail. Pick up mail once daily and route incoming mail to all employees.

7. Manage all firm accounting including payables and receivables. Reconcile accounts.

8. Make bank deposits on a regular basis.

9. Act as liaison with building management. Attend building safety and informational meetings.

10. Process expense reports following approval from the President.

11. Maintain email distribution lists for firm newsletter and client services. Send weekly newsletter. Add new clients to all databases.

12. Organize monthly firm meeting including taking notes/action items, distributing notes and ordering lunch.

13. Act as point of contact/backup for all firm employees.

Corporate Process Engineering Analyst
Location - Warner Robins, GA

Base salary to $38k plus bonus and limited relocation expense if needed

--Will be responsible for processing machinery requests, parts orders, inventory and engineering technical manuals from English Language to Japanese (FLUENT interpreter).

--Reports directly to the VP of Process Engineering so any technical engineering experience would be a plus but not required.

--Will communicate with Japan corporate office and USA subsidiary on a daily basis as to engineering requirement, specifications, presentations and process engineering requests.

--MUST be FLUENT in Japanese (spoken and written)and the same in English language skills!!

--May also consider entry level college grad with above skills and great POWERPOINT experience.

--Prefer someone in the Georgia area but will consider others with minimum relocation costs.

--Please submit your resume and base salary needs to mstroman@mindspring.com.

Also see our website at www.stromancompany.com for additional information.