At Purely, we handcraft a line of delicious raw sparkling probiotic tonic (RTD) and a line of artisanal drinking vinegar (concentrate) with high-quality organic fruits, herbs, and botanicals in Oakland, California. We cold-infused our ingredients to extract all the goodness inside and soak everything until it reaches a flavor-rich elixir. It naturally contains probiotics and prebiotics from our fermentation process. Combine gut health properties with the low sugar, zero caffeine, and zero alcohol found in our products, it is the ultimate refreshment that will have you feeling good both inside & out!
Drinking vinegar is a practice dating back thousands of years. It’s considered an elixir because of its known health benefits. Every part of the world has their version of drinking vinegar. Our traditional thousand-year old vinegar crafting combined with a modern approach inspired Purely.
We strongly believe we should have access to beverages we love both for the way they taste and what’s in the beverage. Our drinking vinegar and tonics are reimagined is unique, tasty and full of genuine health benefits that we want to share with the world!Â
We are excited that the Specialty Food Association has recognized fermented functional beverages, including drinking vinegar, as one of the Trendspotters for 2019. We are extremely honored and happy to be named one of the winners for Good Food Awards 2019.Â
Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, with the ability to take direction, as well as be an independent worker, and is interested in helping our team grow and expand for the future. This highly dependable and motivated individual will assist in marketing, sales and community outreach. You will be integral in helping us to grow our marketing efforts and persona in the community. We are seeking a smart, passionate, quick-learning intern!
JOB DESCRIPTION
Internship may entail:
- Represent and market our brand and product on behalf of Purely
- Promote our brand and products by interacting with customers, sales prospects and the media.
- Sales initiatives/outreach, support (samples to potential new clients, research target markets)
- Brand ambassador for product demos and events (in-store tastings) and at local Bay Area locations
- Assist with client relations and new customer inquiries
- Marketing and public relations leading up to establishing new accounts.
- Assume the role of Purely marketing intern via direct engagement with customers, community outreach and greater interaction with social media followers
- Activate Purely presence in the Bay Area and surrounding communities via local field marketing efforts including direct engagement and partnership with local residents and businesses and local events
- Work directly with our team to build the Purely brand and educate consumers about our beverages
- Broaden our outreach, build fan base & conduct outreach to influential media
- Interface collaboratively with Purely team to ensure cohesiveness between social media, website and branding efforts
- Support Purely with activating and managing loyalty and referral marketing efforts, particularly via our email list and website
- Support our team with Purely content marketing efforts, including copywriting and press releases
- Intern has the opportunity to work virtually on some days but need to be physically in the Bay Area for certain days for various tasks/jobs
- Not afraid to wear different hats to learn and gain experience!
- Most importantly… Have fun!
Qualifications:
- Currently attending a college or university
- Love for food, beverage, health and wellness
- Strong interest in the fast-paced start-up space
- Excellent people skills
- Entrepreneurial and solution oriented
- Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
- Detail oriented, highly organized and comfortable multi-tasking
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