Acosta · 2 hours ago
Product Demonstrator Part Time - 8208
Acosta is a part of the Acosta Group, a collective of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies. They are seeking a Product Demonstrator who will be responsible for conducting in-store food and non-food demonstrations, engaging consumers, and effectively communicating product features and benefits.
MarketingSales
Responsibilities
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 on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution
Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms
Qualification
Required
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
Proficient in ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using applications and internal systems
Local Food handlers permit may be required
The associate will be regularly required to: Stand and walk of 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; Have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; Stoop; Kneel; Squat; Climb or step up 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 the required appliances, such as cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies
Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order. The associate must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific Retailer Dress code requirements are included in the training documents
English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity
Preferred
one to three months' related experience and/or training preferred
Company
Acosta
Acosta brings simplicity to retail sales.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Berkshire Partners
2014-07-28Acquired
2003-01-27Series Unknown
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