Specialized shop assistant/knife specialist. Specialist retail assistant - Japanese as working language

Location: Copenhagen

Working hours: Full-time. 37 hours per week. Working hours. Full-time, 37 hours per week.

Employment: Permanent position. Employment: Permanent position.

About the position

We are looking for a motivated employee for our specialized shop with a focus on Japanese quality knives and Japanese knife craftsmanship.

The position is a combination of sales and customer service, working with knife sharpening and ongoing contact with our Japanese suppliers and partners.

The position combines sales and customer service with practical work, sharpening and maintenance of knives as well as ongoing contact with our Japanese suppliers and partners.

A significant part of the role involves direct communication with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers. Therefore, good Japanese language skills are a necessary competency in the position.

Your tasks

Sales and advising customers on Japanese quality knives and accessories.

Customer service and guidance on the selection, use and maintenance of knives.

Sharpening and maintenance of knives, as well as hand engraving.

Receiving, checking and handling of goods.

Product and stock management.

Communication with Japanese suppliers and manufacturers,

Handling product information, orders, specifications and deliveries.

Translation and passing on information between the company and Japanese suppliers.

Contribute to the daily operation and presentation of the shop.

We expect that you

Speak and write Japanese at a high level.

Be able to communicate professionally with our Japanese suppliers both verbally and in writing.

Have an interest in Japanese knives, craftsmanship and quality.

Have good customer service and sales skills.

Be meticulous and quality conscious.

Be able to work independently and take responsibility.

Have an interest in or experience with knife sharpening.

Have proficiency in English so you can communicate with colleagues and customers.

Experience with knife sharpening, sales or working with Japanese knives is an advantage. Experience with hand engraving is also an advantage. Training in the company’s products and working methods will be provided as needed.

Japanese is a necessary working language, as the staff will have ongoing contact with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers regarding, among other things, product information, orders, specifications and deliveries.

We offer

A permanent position at 37 hours per week.

A varied position in a specialized shop.

Work with Japanese quality products and knife craftsmanship.

Direct contact with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers.

Training in products, knife types and sharpening techniques.

A work environment focused on quality, professionalism and good customer service.

Salary: According to agreement.

Application

Send CV and application to [email protected].

Please tell us about your background and experience with Japanese craftsmanship, as well as your language skills.

Regarding the position

We are looking for an enthusiastic and service-minded employee to join our specialized shop, focusing on high quality Japanese knives and Japanese knife craftsmanship.

The position combines sales and customer service with practical work, involving knife sharpening and maintenance, as well as ongoing communication with our Japanese suppliers and business partners.

A significant part of the position involves direct communication with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers. Therefore, a high level of Japanese language proficiency is an essential requirement for the position.

Your responsibilities

Selling and advising customers on Japanese high quality knives and accessories.

Providing customer service and guidance on the selection, use and maintenance of knives.

Knife sharpening, maintenance and hand engraving.

Receiving, checking and handling goods.

Stock and inventory management.

Communication with Japanese suppliers and manufacturers.

Handling product information, orders, specifications and deliveries.

Translating and communicating information between the company and Japanese business partners.

Contributing to the day-to-day operation and presentation of the shop.

We expect you to

Speak and write Japanese at a high level.

Be able to communicate professionally with Japanese suppliers, both verbally and in writing.

Have an interest in Japanese knives, craftsmanship and quality.

Have good customer service and sales skills.

Be detail oriented and quality conscious.

Be able to work independently and take responsibility.

Have an interest in or experience with knife sharpening.

Have a good command of English for communication with colleagues and customers.

Experience in sales, knife sharpening or working with Japanese knives is an advantage. Experience with hand engraving of knives is also an advantage. Training in the company’s products and working methods will be provided as required.

Japanese is an essential working language, as the employee will have regular contact with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers regarding product information, orders, specifications, deliveries and other matters related to our Japanese products.

We offer

A permanent full-time position of 37 hours per week.

A varied position in a specialized retail shop.

The opportunity to work with high-quality Japanese products and traditional knife craftsmanship.

Direct contact with Japanese manufacturers and suppliers.

Training in products, knife types and sharpening techniques.

A working environment focused on quality, expertise and excellent customer service.

Salary: Salary and employment terms according to qualifications and experience.

How to apply: Please send an email with your CV and application to [email protected]

Please include information about your experience with Japanese products, knives, sales, customer service as well as your Japanese and English skills.