Sales Intern | Lubbock

Drink Surfside; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Stateside Brands is hiring a Sales Intern in Lubbock, TX to build a strong presence for Surfside Iced Tea within college markets. The role targets students and nightlife venues, requiring a deep connection to local bars and restaurants and the ability to promote the brand effectively.

The intern will create marketing calendars, leverage social media, and collaborate with area managers and distributors to ensure product distribution.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 and residency in the market.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Valid US Driver’s License with willingness to travel up to 90%.
• State alcohol seller/server certification or plan to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Knowledge of local bars and restaurants in the market.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours for meetings with bars/restaurants.
• Passion for the brand and ability to advocate.

Responsibilities

• Create outlines and calendars to plan how to market the brand to the target audience.
• Leverage social media to amplify brand visibility and engagement in the market.
• Collaborate with area sales managers and distributors to ensure product distribution and support.
• Build and nurture relationships with designated accounts to foster brand loyalty and visibility.
• Monitor local market trends, consumer behavior, and devise strategic plans accordingly.
• Implement point-of-sale items in a distinct and impactful manner.
• Provide regular market updates and reports to supervisors for informed decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Market knowledge

Organizational skills

Creativity

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Hospitality

Job description

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Intern Lubbock, TX, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1391

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, and Stateside 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.