[ Position ]
Sales Assistant

[ Summary ]
The company is seeking a detail-oriented and responsive Sales Assistant to support our sales team with customer communication, quotation preparation, and coordination with our overseas factory.

This position will start as a temporary/contract role, with the possibility of direct hire depending on performance and business needs.

This is a part-time position (approximately 4 hours per day, Monday–Friday) with a hybrid work schedule.

[ Essential Duties ]

Communicate with customers via email in a timely and professional manner
Coordinate with the factory and provide accurate responses to customers
Prepare quotations based on templates and internal instructions
Support sales staff with administrative and coordination tasks
Track customer inquiries and ensure quick follow-up
Maintain organized records of quotations, orders, and communications
Assist with general sales support duties as needed

[ Working Hours / Working style ]

Part-time: Approximately 3–5 hours per day (around 4 hours/day)
Core hours: Between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Monday to Friday
Hybrid work (1–2 days per week in the office)

[ Working Location ]
Walled Lake, MI

[ Salary / Benefit ]
$18-23/hr

[ Holidays ]
Saturday, Sunday, Holidays

[ Qualifications ]

Technical knowledge, particularly the ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D mechanical drawings for automotive components.
Fluent-level Japanese and business-level English (written and verbal)
Strong email communication skills with the ability to write polite and professional messages to customers
Ability to respond quickly and handle multiple tasks efficiently
Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Ability to work during daytime hours on weekdays
Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or technical-related work
Ability to read drawings or understand technical documents
Experience in automotive industry or familiarity with automotive terminology