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# Inside Sales Assistant (Bilingual) at Hankook Tire America Corp.

- **Company:** Hankook Tire America Corp.
- **Location:** Mississauga, Canada
- **Posted:** 2026-10-20
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hankooktireamericacorp/jobs/5458851008

## Job description

Position Title: Inside Sales Assistant (Bilingual) (1 permanent and 1 temporary)

Reports to: Inside Sales Manager

Location: Mississauga, Ontario (Onsite)

## Who We Are

Hankook Tire is a global corporation that has consistently met the challenges of the future, always a step ahead of changes in the world economy. Over our 85 years of history, we have continuously grown in quality and size while strengthening our reputation.

Hankook is actively embracing the global stage through constant technological development and commitment to innovation. We are taking a leap to become a leading global tire company that provides sustainable solutions to deliver ultimate driving satisfaction to all customers.

Job Purpose

As a world leader in the tire manufacturing industry, we are seeking an eager and enthusiastic Inside Sales Assistant to join our successful Inside Sales team immediately. We are looking for a talent with solid professional skills who can provide a superb customer experience.

The Inside Sales Representative will be responsible for driving sales, fostering strong customer relationships, and contributing to the growth of Hankook Tire in Canada. This role requires a customer-focused approach, managing incoming orders, providing product information, and ensuring timely follow-up to guarantee on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong passion for the automotive industry and tire products.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Position Responsibilities

- Use SAP to create Sales Orders, Delivery Orders, and Shipment Notifications
- Confirm receipt of orders and provide estimated time of arrival (ETA) for backorders to customers
- Notify the Logistics team when Delivery Orders and Shipments are created in SAP
- Coordinate with customers and the Logistics team to schedule available reception dates and times
- Monitor all inbound shipments to ensure prompt fulfillment of backorders to customers
- Communicate daily with sales, logistics, and customers to resolve any issues
- Perform any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by management
- Maintain accurate files and records in compliance with company policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

*Any other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Environment, Pace, Challenges

- Tight deadlines and multiple competing priorities
- Primarily works during standard office hours but must be flexible to workdays, occasional nights, weekends, and extended hours when required
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a desk and on a computer

Core Competencies

- Basic knowledge of warehousing, distribution, and domestic transportation processes required
- Exceptional customer support skills with a proven ability to handle inquiries and resolve issues effectively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook is essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with customers and internal teams
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (SAP) is a plus, with the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve customer concerns in a timely and professional manner
- Solid understanding of logistics and supply chain processes to support order fulfillment and delivery
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy in data entry and documentation

## Qualifications and skills

- High School diploma required, University Degree or College Diploma would be an asset
- Bilingual in French and English required (Verbal and written)
- At least 1 to 3 years experience in Inside Sales, Order Desk, Customer Service, or a similar role
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is required
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP) is preferred
- Must be eligible to currently work in Canada

Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000 annually (Salary will be based on qualifications and experience)

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to the position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Hankook Tire is committed to providing accessible employment practices. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Hankook Tire utilizes applicant tracking system and recruitment platforms, Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used during the recruitment process.

## About Hankook Tire America Corp.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Hankook Tire America Corp. is the North American sales and manufacturing subsidiary of Hankook Tire & Technology, supplying high-quality tires for passenger cars, light trucks, and commercial vehicles.
- **Entity Type**: Private (wholly owned subsidiary of Hankook Tire & Technology, publicly traded on KRX: 161390)
- **Headquarters**: Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- **Founded**: 1941 (parent company); America Corp. established as a fully integrated U.S. entity
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded by Chung Hwoi-jung for the parent company)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing – Tire production and distribution
- **Target customers**: B2B (dealers, corporate fleets, OEMs) and B2C (end consumers through retail network); serves both SMB and enterprise segments
- **Mission or purpose**: “To provide the best products and services to our customers” and to “remain a leader in customer satisfaction, be one of the best-known tire brands, consistently provide top-quality products, maintain a highly knowledgeable and motivated workforce, and achieve significant growth and strong financial results.”

## Products & Services
- **Hankook Brand Tires (Passenger, Light Truck, SUV, Truck & Bus)**: Core product line including premium sub-brands: iON (dedicated EV tires), Ventus (premium performance), Dynapro (SUV/truck), Kinergy (comfort), Vantra (van), Winter i*cept (winter), Smart (truck/bus). Type: Physical product.
- **Laufenn, Optimo, Kingstar**: Additional value and specialty tire brands under the global portfolio. Type: Physical product.
- **Manufacturing & Distribution**: Operates a manufacturing plant in Clarksville, Tennessee, plus distribution infrastructure across North America. Type: Manufacturing/Logistics service.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed for America Corp.; parent Hankook Tire & Technology market cap approx. ₩4.5 trillion (~$3.4 billion as of mid-2026).
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of parent was ₩8.4 trillion (~$6.4 billion) in 2024; America Corp. revenue not separately reported. **Total Funding**: Not applicable (subsidiary).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Part of Hankook Tire & Technology group; strategic partners include OEMs (e.g., BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen) and racing series (TGL golf league, etc.).
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 6.1% YoY to 276 employees (LinkedIn); opened a new onsite health center at Clarksville plant in January 2026; grand opening of “Hankook Tire Clinic Powered by Evernorth”; expanding production capacity in North America; became official tire partner of TGL golf league.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global scale with local production**: Manufacturing plant in Tennessee allows fast supply to U.S. market and avoids tariffs.
- **Premium technology**: Dedicated EV tire line (iON), advanced winter tire test center (Technotrack in Europe), and a strong R&D network (5 global R&D centers).
- **Brand recognition**: One of the top tire brands globally, with partnerships in motorsports and premium OEM fitments.
- **Vertical integration**: Owns distribution subsidiaries (e.g., Jax Tyres in Australia) and controls supply chain.

## Strategic Focus
- Expand production and distribution infrastructure in North America and Europe to capture leading market shares.
- Accelerate electric vehicle tire portfolio (iON) and sustainable materials (ESG management).
- Pursue both organic growth and inorganic growth (M&A, JVs, off-take agreements) – e.g., acquisition of Hanon Systems (automotive thermal management) at parent level.
- Strengthen brand position through premium branding and motorsport partnerships.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes teamwork, community involvement (e.g., winter drives, career fairs), and employee well-being (onsite health clinic).
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Some roles are remote (Strategic Account Manager, Sales Engineer, Territory Manager) or hybrid (Field Technical Service Specialist - Illinois). Many roles are Nashville HQ-based.
- **Growth**: Company is expanding headcount (+6% YoY) and manufacturing footprint, offering career advancement in a global company.
- **Notable perks**: Onsite health center at Clarksville plant; engagement in local communities; intern programs celebrated; equal opportunity employer.
- **Engineering culture**: Strong technical roles in IT, tire testing, web development, and systems administration; uses modern tech stack (Salesforce, SAP, Workday, Python, etc.).

## Sources
1. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hankook-tire-america-corp.)
2. [hankooktire.com](https://www.hankooktire.com/global/en/company/company-overview.html)
3. [hankooktire.com](https://www.hankooktire.com/us/en/company/career.html)
4. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hankooktireamericacorp)

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