Sales Intern | Los Angeles

Stateside Brands LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Stateside Brands is seeking a Sales Intern in Los Angeles to help establish Stateside Vodka’s presence among college markets, focusing on Surfside Iced Tea canned cocktails. The ideal candidate is closely connected to the local nightlife scene and ready to promote the brand effectively.

Responsibilities include creating marketing calendars, leveraging social media, working with area sales managers and distributors, building relationships with key accounts, tracking market trends, and reporting

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 and residing in the market.
• Valid US driver’s license with willingness to travel up to 90%.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Deep familiarity with local bars and restaurants in the market.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Creativity to market the product to the target market.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours for meetings with bars/restaurants.
• State alcohol seller/server certification or willingness to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Create outlines and calendars to plan marketing to the target audience.
• Leverage social media platforms to boost brand visibility and engagement.
• Collaborate with area sales managers and distributors for distribution and support.
• Build and nurture relationships with designated accounts to foster loyalty.
• Monitor local market trends and devise strategic plans accordingly.
• Implement point of sale items in a distinct and impactful manner.
• Provide regular market updates and reports to supervisors.

Skills

Local market knowledge

Organizational skills

Creativity

Willingness to travel

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Hospitality

Job description

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Intern Los Angeles, CA, US

27 days ago Requisition ID: 1389

Stateside Brands is a rapidly growing spirits company dedicated to producing premium-quality beverages Surfside Iced Teas and Lemonades, Stateside Sodas, Super Lyte Sports Drinks,andStateside Vodka. With a focus on innovation and quality, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of products that reflect our commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

Join Stateside Vodka as a Sales Intern, responsible for establishing a strong presence for Stateside Vodka with a focus on our Surfside Iced Tea canned cocktails within college markets. This role requires an individual deeply connected to the local nightlife scene, understanding peer preferences, and promoting our brand effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Create outlines & calendars to plan how to effectively market the brand to your target audience.


• Leverage social media platforms adeptly to amplify brand visibility and engagement within the market.


• Collaborate closely with area sales managers and distributors to ensure smooth product distribution and support.


• Build and nurture relationships with designated accounts, fostering brand loyalty and visibility.


• Keep a pulse on the local market trends in your territory, consumer behaviors, and devise strategic plans accordingly.


• Implement point of sale items in a distinct and impactful manner.


• Provide regular, insightful market updates and reports to supervisors for informed decision-making.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 21, residing in the specified market.


• Possession of a valid US Driver's License with willingness to travel up to 90%, equipped with reliable transportation.


• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field.


• Deep familiarity with local bars and restaurants in the specified market.


• Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.


• Creativity to come up with innovative ideas to best market our product to your target market.


• Ability to work non-traditional hours to accommodate meetings with bars and restaurants.


• State-mandated alcohol seller/server certification (e.g., RAMP in PA) or willingness to obtain it within 60 days of hire, as required by the applicable state.


• A passionate advocate for the brand, believing in its potential and success.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity working in the alcohol industry is preferred.


• Military experience is a plus.

Compensation

• Hourly Wage: $25 USD.

Stateside Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Stateside Brands is also a military-friendly company and values military community talent, including veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses.