Product Demonstrator Part Time

Overview

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non‑food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies. Intercepts consumers and demonstrates products in a professional manner. Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

Pay Rate: $16.00 – $17.00 / hour

• Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicates the features and benefits of the product.
• Prepares and serves food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintains a clean, sterile and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares event table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
• Accesses the internet and navigates the company’s electronic systems, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Adobe PDF forms.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company reserves the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.

This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related tasks as directed by management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in using a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local food handler permit may be required.
• Physical Demands: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach overhead up to 65 inches, talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder, balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasionally up to 50 pounds), push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart, prepare foods and beverages using required appliances, and be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
• Work Environment: Retail store environment with limited travel.
• Physical Appearance: Must maintain a professional appearance and proper grooming; specific retailer dress code requirements are included in training documents.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Product Connections is part of the Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and food service agencies. We specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Our mission is to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target at the right time, effectively moving consumers down the conversion funnel.

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact  and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject.

Acosta Group believes the minimum and maximum annual salary or hourly compensation range for this opportunity is accurate and reasonable at the time of posting.

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• Job Category:
  Retail
• Position Type:
  Part time
• Business Unit:
  Marketing
• Salary Range: $16.00 – $17.00 per hour
• Company:
  Crossmark Inc.
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