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.

• 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 communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintain 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.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through the company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

Note: This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week; the company maintains discretion to change the role based on business and/or client needs.

• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in using and navigating a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  Local Food handler’s permit may be required.
• Physical Demands:
  Stand and walk for the shift; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; read instructions; stoop, kneel, squat; climb or step up a ladder; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (occasional up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart; prepare foods and beverages using required appliances; be in contact with cleaning supplies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
  None.
• Work Environment:
  Retail store environment with limited travel.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a collective of retail, marketing and food service agencies reimagining how brands connect with consumers at every point in the shopping journey. We specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing.

We strive to foster a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to grow their skills and careers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request.

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