Compensation: $35/hour Part-Time (Approximately 29 hours/week)
ABOUT THE ROL
EWe're looking for a dynamic, results-driven Team Lead to manage our Riverside market for Gorilla Energy, with a strong emphasis on connecting with the Inland Empire's diverse communities and vibrant skate culture. This part-time role (approximately 29 hours per week) requires someone who can build and manage a team, develop strategic marketing initiatives, and establish a strong brand presence throughout Riverside County and the surrounding areas
.
ABOUT GORILLA ENER
GYGorilla delivers great-tasting energy drinks packed with functional benefits-fueling the next generation of doers and risk-takers determined to make their mark. Powered by our proprietary Gorilla Ultimate Energy Blend, each can is infused with Natural Caffeine, Taurine, Acetyl L-Carnitine, Guarana, Ginseng, L-theanine, and B vitamins-all working together to enhance energy and focus. With 200mg of Natural Caffeine for a sustained, balanced boost, Gorilla Energy comes in five bold flavors: Ultimate, Mango Coconut, Watermelon Melon, Cherry Berry, and Kiwi Strawberr
y.
KEY RESPONSIBILIT
IESMarket Strategy Development & Execut
- ionCreate comprehensive market schedules and manage implementation of all marketing initiati
- vesDevelop and execute both short-term and long-term market strategies across the Riverside/Inland Empire a
- reaLead guerrilla marketing efforts in high-value locations including skate parks, street skating spots, construction sites, trade schools, community colleges, universities, outdoor recreation areas, and fitness cent
- ersBuild and maintain relationships with local skaters, skateboarding teams, skate shops, skating influencers, fitness professionals, businesses, blue-collar workers, university students, and outdoor enthusia
- stsTarget key Riverside/Inland Empire areas including Downtown Riverside, University neighborhood, Mission Grove, Corona, Moreno Valley, Redlands, San Bernardino, and Onta
- rioIdentify and capitalize on event opportunities including skateboarding competitions, amateur skate events, UC Riverside events, Cal Baptist University, Cal State San Bernardino, Riverside City College, Mt. San Jacinto College, Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival, and local cultural festiv
- alsEducate potential customers about what makes Gorilla Energy different from competit
ors
Team Manage
- mentSource, interview, and onboard Brand Ambassadors (
- BAs)Ensure all team members complete required background c
- heckManage a team of W2 Brand Ambassa
- dorsTrain team members on Gorilla Energy product knowl
- edgeSchedule and manage team activities effectively across the Inland Empire's diverse communi
ties
Inventory & Equipment Manag
- ementManage and organize storage unit for product and promotional mate
- rialsMonitor and help maintain inventory levels at local storage
- unitCoordinate restock of product and promotional
- itemsMaintain equipment in good working order in Riverside's hot climate condi
- tionsEnsure proper storage and handling of all company a
ssets
Reporting & Communi
- cationMaintain detailed documentation of all market acti
- vitiesCreate and maintain an active schedule of
- eventsCreate comprehensive recaps after
- eventsReport on market performance and provide strategic recommend
- ationsCommunicate effectively with company leadership and your B
A team
QUALIFI
- CATIONS2+ years of experience in marketing, event management, or team lea
- dershipStrong understanding of the Riverside/Inland Empire
- marketExcellent networking and relationship-building
- skillsProven ability to develop and execute marketing str
- ategiesExperience managing teams in a fast-paced envi
- ronmentValid driver's license with clean driving
- recordKnowledge of energy drink market and consumer
- trendsAbility to work effectively in Riverside's hot climate conditions (especially during summer
months)
PREFERRED EX
- PERIENCEStrong connections within the Inland Empire skateboarding c
- ommunityExisting relationships within local universities and community
- collegesExperience with guerrilla marketing campaigns targeting skate culture and diverse com
- munitiesBackground in skateboarding, skating events, fitness, sports, trades, or related in
- dustriesKnowledge of UC Riverside, Cal Baptist, Cal State San Bernardino, and local community college
- campusesEvent planning and coordination ex
- perienceBeverage or CPG marketing ex
- perienceFamiliarity with Riverside's unique neighborhoods and Hispanic/Latino com
- munitiesExperience with the Inland Empire's event scene including county fairs, cultural festivals, and universit
y events