Procurement Specialist - Japanese Bilingual Job at Round One Entertainment Inc., Brea, CA

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  • Round One Entertainment Inc.
  • Brea, CA

Job Description

Now Hiring: Crane Buyer (Bilingual – Japanese/English)

Brea, CA | Part of our Amusement Planning, Procurement & Promotions Team

Supporting 57+ Locations Nationwide

We’re a fast-growing company focused on delivering engaging, memorable experiences through our nationwide network of stores. As part of our Amusement Planning and Procurement team, we’re looking for a Crane Buyer who is fluent in Japanese and English to help source and manage high-performing merchandise for our crane machines.

This role blends strategy, creativity, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll work closely with vendors, store teams, and marketing to ensure our cranes are stocked with exciting, on-trend items that resonate with our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage vendor relationships and communications in Japanese and English
  • Curate merchandise based on trends, customer feedback, and store performance
  • Track shipments, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate inventory forecasts
  • Collaborate with store teams, marketing, and operations to support product rollouts
  • Maintain procurement systems and ensure data accuracy across platforms

What We’re Looking For:

  • Fluency in Japanese and English (written and verbal)
  • Strong knowledge of anime, Japanese culture, and pop culture trends
  • Advanced Excel skills for forecasting and inventory tracking
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • A creative, adaptable mindset with a collaborative spirit

Bonus Points For:

  • Experience in buying, sourcing, or procurement (especially in retail or entertainment)
  • Background in customer service or retail environments

Starting Pay:

$22–$26/hr based on experience

Insurance Benefits:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with competitive deductibles and benefit amounts.

Retirement Benefits:

  • 401(k) Plan:
  • 3% employer match on employee contributions
  • An additional 2% match on 50% of employee contributions
  • Eligibility begins after a 90-day introductory period

Paid Time Off:

  • Generous vacation policy:
  • 10 days in the first year of employment
  • 17 days in the second year of employment
  • 20 days in the third and fourth years of employment
  • 25 days in the fifth year of employment
  • 11 observed holidays
  • Maximum PTO accrual of 300 hours

Work Schedule:

  • Remote Hybrid:
  • Monday to Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (in-office)
  • Thursday to Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM (remote)

Job Tags

Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work,

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