Product Demonstrator Part Time

About the role

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. They acquire and maintain knowledge of products represented, prepare, serve, and break down product, equipment, and supplies, intercept consumers, and demonstrate products professionally. The role requires the ability to communicate product features and benefits effectively, prepare food samples, maintain a clean and safe workstation, and set up event tables.

Responsibilities

• Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
• Has the 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 like microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives.
• Maintains a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Ensures a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Tables for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Aids in preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Accurately prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Accesses the internet, navigates through company's electronic systems, uses Microsoft Outlook, and possesses capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; one to three months' related experience and/or training preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in using and navigating on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.

Physical Demands

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• Reach with hands and arms (including conducting tasks overhead up to 65 inches).
• Talk and hear.
• Read instructions and perform events.
• Stoop, kneel, squat, climb, and step up a ladder.
• Balance.
• Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds).
• Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies, and product.
• Prepare foods and beverages using required appliances, such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves.

Work Environment

Retail store environment to limited travel.

Physical Appearance

Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance.

Language Skills

English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

About Us

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey. As a full-service marketing agency, 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. With over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, we have a range of talents and experience that redefine what it means to be a marketing agency. 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. Join Product Connections and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt—let’s build something great together.

About Acosta Group

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 AskHR@acosta.com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

Employer Resources

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Job Category

Retail

Position Type

Part time

Business Unit

Marketing

Salary Range

$15.00 - $15.00

Req ID

27736

Employer Description

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