Assistant SoCal Market Manager (San Diego)

SoHo Experiential • San Diego, CA

15d

About The Position

The Assistant Market Manager plays a key supporting role in the successful execution of on- and off-premise sampling programs across Southern California. This position works closely with the SoCal Market Manager to ensure smooth planning, staffing, and execution of national and ad hoc brand activations. The Assistant Market Manager will support operational logistics, manage local promotional staff onboarding, and handle administrative and reporting tasks that are vital to program success. This role supports the Market Manager based in Los Angeles and covers the Southern California market.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Prior experience in event management or field marketing
• Experience in recruiting and staffing for events, preferably with existing relationships with potential staff
• Strong budget management skills
• Strong communication and on-site problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and juggle many tasks
• Excellent organizational skills
• Reliable transportation is a must
• Able to lift and /transport event kits/boxes weighing up to 25 lbs.
• San Diego or Orange County area resident required, but will have SoCal coverage
• Ability to travel (in-state) up to 70% of the time
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends depending on event schedules
• Must comply with all state and federal regulations, including training requirements related to alcohol sampling
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Nice To Haves

• Effective training experience is preferred
• Knowledge of wine and spirits industry is a plus
• Trade contacts are a plus
• Experience with inventory management
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support on national and ad hoc sampling programs, helping ensure all activations are aligned with agency and brand standards, legal compliance, and program goals. Support includes coordination with staffing, scheduling of Chains promotions, logistics, client communications, and activation oversight.
• Recruit and onboard promotional staff across San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, and Mammoth. Assist with all SoCal staff scheduling, communications, and ensure all team members are equipped with the necessary tools, training, and materials ahead of each activation.
• Assist with planning and coordination of event logistics. Manage POS inventory and oversee storage units in designated locations. With guidance from Market Manager, conduct routine quality control checks at events to ensure flawless execution and alignment with agency expectations.
• Support the SoCal Market Manager with administrative tasks including payroll processing, expense categorization, event recap collection, event recap review and verification. Utilize tools such as Microsoft Teams, event reporting system (Benchmark), inventory management system (Sortly), Project Management system (Monday.com) and event trackers to manage operations efficiently and keep documentation accurate and up to date.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and access to a suite of wellness programs.
• A generous PTO policy including company holidays, flexible unlimited PTO days, and sick days.
• Opportunities to learn and grow while making an impact.
• A group of people who value each other as much as the work we create.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED