Sales Jobs in Sun Valley, CA

Job Title: Associate R&D Chemist

Location: San Fernando, CA | Onsite

Employment Type: Temp to Hire

Schedule: Full-Time, M-F

Compensation: $30–$35 per hour

Company Overview:

A well-established food manufacturing organization specializing in flavor development and ingredient solutions. The company focuses on innovation, technical expertise, and collaboration to develop high-quality products that meet evolving customer and industry needs.

Job Summary:

The Associate R&D Chemist is responsible for developing, improving, and testing new and existing products using various raw materials and formulations. This role supports product development initiatives, conducts competitive product matching, and collaborates closely with Quality, Production, and Sales teams. The position requires strong analytical skills, creativity in formulation, and the ability to translate technical concepts into practical product solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve new and existing products based on customer or internal requirements
• Conduct product matching against competitive products provided by customers or internal teams
• Perform costing analysis on products developed
• Create master formulas and compounding instructions
• Prepare product specification sheets for customer submission
• Conduct shelf-life studies and stability testing to verify product performance
• Evaluate prototypes and direct testing activities
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Production during first-time manufacturing of new products
• Assist in establishing procedures for sample preparation and distribution
• Support sample request inquiries when needed
• Provide technical assistance to customers and sales representatives as required
• Assess feasibility of product development projects based on operational and technical constraints
• Maintain regular communication with internal teams including Quality Control, Production, and Sales
• Maintain accurate documentation related to product development and testing
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science or related scientific discipline
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in an R&D Chemist or product development role
• Strong sensory evaluation skills, including taste and aroma assessment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to evaluate product appearance and operate laboratory instruments
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally
• Ability to report to company facilities as needed, including same-day notice

Preferred:

• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

Senior Wholesale Account Manager - IN OFFICE ( West-Hollywood)

Luxury Jewelry

Full-time | In office

SHAY Jewelry is a luxury fine jewelry brand founded by a mother daughter duo and known for bold design, exceptional craftsmanship, and a strong global wholesale presence. For over two decades, SHAY has been stocked by leading retailers worldwide and worn by collectors who value both edge and elegance.

We are seeking a Senior Wholesale Account Manager to own and run our wholesale business end to end. This is a hands on, individual contributor role with real responsibility, autonomy, and growth potential. You will work closely with the founder and internal team to manage existing accounts, drive reorders, and support thoughtful wholesale growth.

This role is ideal for someone who wants full ownership without layers, enjoys being close to the business, and thrives in a founder led environment.

What you will own

• Manage all wholesale accounts domestically and internationally
• Serve as the primary point of contact for wholesale partners
• Drive sell through, reorders, assortments, and account strategy
• Data entry
• Build strong relationships with buyers and in store sales teams
• Lead market appointments, trunk shows, trainings, and follow ups
• Oversee the full order lifecycle from placement through delivery
• Partner with logistics to ensure smooth fulfillment and inventory reconciliation
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams on launches and key initiatives
• Analyze wholesale performance and provide clear insights and recommendations
• Identify smart opportunities for account growth and market expansion
• Represent SHAY Jewelry in a polished and professional manner at all times

Who you are

• 5+ years of experience in wholesale sales or account management within luxury, fashion, or fine jewelry
• Comfortable owning accounts independently without a large team
• Commercially minded with strong instincts around what sells and why
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail oriented
• Polished communicator who builds trust quickly
• Confident working directly with founders and senior leadership
• Strategic thinker who also executes and follows through
• Comfortable in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

Experience & skills

• Strong understanding of wholesale operations and retailer expectations
• Experience managing order lifecycles, reorders, and account logistics
• Familiarity with major retailer requirements including UPC and EDI
• Experience with Logicmate preferred but not required
• Advanced knowledge of Google Suite
• Willingness to travel as needed for markets, trainings, and client meetings

Why SHAY

• Opportunity to run wholesale at a growing luxury brand
• Close collaboration with the founder
• Real influence on the business
• Room for the role to grow and evolve over time
• Supportive, collaborative, and creative environment
• 401k 
• Health insurance 

Compensation

Competitive base salary plus commission or performance bonus, based on experience

Estimated range: $85,000–$120,000 

Location

West Hollywood

Full-time | In office

With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we're all here for the same reason to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food.

The Sales Associate contributes to the success of a Sur La Table store by inspiring customers on all points of their culinary journey. This role seeks out customers to assist with product information, location, pricing, and availability as well as processing returns and sales transactions. The Sales Associate reports to either a General Manager (GM) or Store Manager (SM).

• Provides an exceptional customer experience according to customer service standards. Proactively seeks out customers in order to determine needs and sell items.
• Stays informed by maintaining product knowledge, accesses available training and seeks out additional resources when necessary.
• Works as a part of a high-performing team to achieve store's sales plan. Strives to achieve individual sales goals.
• Shares product assortment and services such as, gift registry and cooking classes with customers. Demonstrates products upon request of a customer or as directed by a manager.
• Consistently follows all Sur La Table policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintains a clean store environment, including restrooms.
• Processes a variety of transactions accurately and efficiently via the POS including, but not limited to, sales, returns, price checks and etc.
• Ensures pricing integrity, MOS products, stocks and replenishes the sales floor using FIF0 and according to visual standards.
• Records time worked, accurately and according to SLT policy.
• Demonstrates exceptional verbal and written communication skills with employees, customers and store management team.
• Protects customers, employees, and company assets. Notifies Manager on Duty of safety risk or threat in the store.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by Manager on Duty (MOD), General Manager or Store Manager.

• Ability to communicate verbally and work cooperatively with employees and customers.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 3 hours at a time.
• Ability to move about the work place selling to customers and retrieving merchandise from storage and/or sales floor.
• Ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch in order to demonstrate, retrieve and/or replenish merchandise.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including nights and weekends as business dictates.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders in order to retrieve and/or move merchandise.
• Ability to operate a computer, POS system, keyboards, merchandise scanners and mouse in order to accomplish work.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to lift and/or move merchandise weighing up to 35 lbs.

• 1 year retail sales experience (preferred).
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Proficient in POS Systems.

• Focus on the Customer: You inspire and delight your customers.
• Be Genuine: Your communication style is respectful, effective and sincere.
• Make the Right Call: You effectively blend knowledge, experience, wisdom & decisive action.
• Take Ownership: You are committed, responsible and provide solutions.
• Achieve Results: You meet and exceed goals and expectations.

• 16.90 - $ 19.06 per hour

This job description represents a summary of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Sur La Table has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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Ready to grow your quality career in aerospace?

Are you the most experienced go-to person for aerospace quality problem solving, catching the smallest details, and making confident calls? Do you want to build a careernot just a jobwith paid training enhancing your aerospace knowledge, customer/supplier interaction, and providing a clear growth path?

Why This Role is Awesome:

• Youll Do More Than Inspect You'll own the quality game from First Article Inspections (FAIs) to root cause investigations, while also working with suppliers and customers to solve issues and prevent them from happening again.
• Grow While You Work We invest in you. From cross-training to certifications, we offer paid development to build your skills and move you forward.
• Be the Go-To Expert Whether it's decoding blueprints, reading GD&T, or leading corrective actions, you'll be the one others rely on.
• Great Vibes, Real Tools This is a hands-on, tool-forward job in a busy warehouse setting where accuracy meets action

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct advanced First Article Inspections (FAIs) using micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, optical comparators, and more
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specs using GD&T
• Investigate and resolve supplier and customer non-conformances
• Work through quality portals to manage customer claims and rejections
• Log NCRs and inspection results into SAP and Excel like a pro
• Lead or support internal/external audits, including supplier corrective actions
• Collaborate across departmentsProduction, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality
• Mentor junior inspectors and help elevate team standards

What Will You Bring as the Ideal Candidate?

• Experience: 35+ years of hands-on inspection experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other high-precision manufacturing environments utilizing all levels of FAI techniques.
• Computer Skills: Confident navigating inspection software, SAP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Tool Guru: Expertise with tools like micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, CMM, and optical comparators
• Quality Expert: Deep familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, FAI's and customer quality requirements
• Decision Maker: A sharp eye and decisive judgment youve led FAIs and made tough calls with confidence
• Strong organizational skills from paperwork to multitasking electronically in a fast-paced environment
• Focus and grit youll be seated at a desk, inspecting in a warm, active warehouse environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Internal auditor certifications (AS9100 or ASQ CQA/CQI)
• Experience using Net-Inspect or other similar inspection systems
• Delegated source inspector credentialing
• SAE or similar inspection certifications.

Benefits Were Proud Of

• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunity annually
• Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
• Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or off every other Monday/Friday
• Casual work environment no lab coats, just casual jeans
• Kickstart your shift in style with our awesome shoe credit program!
• Ongoing career development opportunities

Ready to be the quality expert that helps keep aircraft safe and customers happy?

Apply today and start your ascent with Align Aerospace where precision meets purpose.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individualregardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristicis valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Lets build the future of aerospace together.

Compensation details: 31-36 Hourly Wage

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A Walmart stocker, also known as a backroom associate or overnight stocker, plays a crucial role in ensuring that merchandise is efficiently stocked and organized within the store. Here’s a typical job description for a Walmart stocker:

**Job Title: Walmart Stocker**

**Job Summary:**

As a Walmart stocker, your primary responsibility is to maintain the flow of merchandise onto the sales floor. You will work closely with the rest of the store team to ensure that products are readily available for customers and that the store remains well-organized. This position may require overnight shifts or early morning shifts to replenish merchandise during non-business hours.

**Key Responsibilities:**

1. **Stocking Shelves:** 60;

Unload merchandise from delivery trucks, transport it to the sales floor, and stock shelves according to Walmart’s merchandising standards.

2. **Inventory Management:** 60;

Assist in inventory management by conducting regular stock checks, ensuring accurate counts of merchandise, and notifying management of any discrepancies.

3. **Organization:** 60;

Maintain a clean and organized backroom area, ensuring that merchandise is properly stored and labeled for easy retrieval.

4. **Customer Service:** 60;

Provide friendly and helpful customer service by assisting shoppers with locating products, answering questions, and providing information about promotions or sales.

5. **Safety Compliance:** 60;

Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself, fellow associates, and customers.

6. **Teamwork:** 60;

Collaborate with other team members to accomplish tasks efficiently and contribute to a positive work environment.

**Qualifications:**

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

- Previous retail experience is a plus, but not required.

- Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

**Working Conditions:**

- The job may involve working in a fast-paced environment with frequent bending, lifting, and standing.

- Some tasks may require working in cooler or freezer areas to handle perishable goods.

- Overnight shifts may be required to restock merchandise during non-business hours.

**Conclusion:**

A Walmart stocker plays a crucial role in ensuring that merchandise is efficiently stocked and organized, contributing to a positive shopping experience for customers. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work well as part of a team.