A U.S. subsidiary of a leading Japanese corn starch manufacturer with over 150 years of history is seeking a motivated professional to join its growing team in Champaign, Illinois. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in international commodity trading, market research, logistics coordination, and business development within a global environment connecting the U.S. and Japan. We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, business acumen, and the desire to grow into a future leadership role within the company. Key Responsibilities - Purchase and coordinate corn procurement from U.S. grain suppliers - Monitor and analyze U.S. grain market trends - Translate and interpret between Japanese and English during meetings and business communications - Coordinate logistics, storage, and transportation of grain shipments to Japan - Support international business development and sales activities - Collaborate with U.S. and Japan-based teams on research and new business initiatives Qualifications - Native-level Japanese and business-level English required - Authorized to work in the United States - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field preferred - Interest or experience in commodity trading, grain markets, finance, or international business - Knowledge of CBOT futures, foreign exchange, or grain trading is a plus - Strong communication, analytical, and leadership potential - Willingness to relocate to Champaign, Illinois Why Join Us - Opportunity to build a long-term career in international trading - Exposure to global markets and cross-border business operations - Training and support available for motivated candidates willing to learn - Competitive salary ($70,000+) and full benefits including medical insurance and 401(k)