Lead Event Specialist Part Time

Acosta•Tuscaloosa, AL

82d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Event Specialist completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns about the products represented, and professionally serves, demonstrates, engages consumers, and sells products. The role is responsible for event execution equipment and maintaining a professional appearance. It supports the Supervisor and, when the Supervisor is absent, communicates with store management and serves as the point of contact for events in the store. The position operates in a retail store environment with limited travel and is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The employee must perform assigned duties satisfactorily, follow other job-related instructions, and report work-related injuries to their direct supervisor as soon as possible. Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is a marketing agency focused on retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Acosta Group describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and inclusive, with opportunities for employees to develop their skills and careers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer and personal mobile device, including applications and internal systems.
Food Safety Professional Certification and a local food handlers permit if required.
Ability to perform the listed physical duties, including standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing a 6-foot ladder, balancing, and lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare food using raw products and cooking utensils and equipment, and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Professional appearance and appropriate grooming.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain event equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon backroom area.
When the Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events.
When the Supervisor is absent, act as the point of contact for events conducted in the store.
Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
Support the Supervisor by providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
Develop adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers and sell products positively.
Assist with or perform all responsibilities assigned to the demonstration program.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, in compliance with food safety guidelines.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and utensils, including microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, and knives.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
Set up and prepare the event table for execution.
Complete all assigned work.
Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
Build and maintain rapport with store personnel to meet company and client objectives.
Complete expense reports in accordance with company policy.
Prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Take digital photos of the Perfect Table Setup to document client success stories.
Report employment-related injuries to the direct supervisor as soon as possible after an incident.