Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Spokesperson

Kraft Heinz • Chicago, IL

7d

About The Position

The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile first hit the hot dog highways in 1936. Our 27-foot-long hot dog on wheels has made it a mission to bring joy and smiles to people around the country even on their “wurst” of days. It is a Customer, Consumer, and Social Media superstar that drives traffic to stores/events and is a top content contributor in all forms of media. The Hotdoggers and Wienermobile offer Oscar Mayer an unparalleled competitive advantage, delivering incremental sales, merchandising, authorizations, and mutual goodwill. The Hotdogger Program started in 1988 and was designed to hire and develop top-talent, grow future leaders of the company, and create gamechangers, innovators, and cultural champions. The Hotdogger program is for individuals who are ready to deliver creative solutions on the Kraft Heinz journey to become the indispensable food company in North America. The Hotdogger Tour The Oscar Mayer Hotdogger Program is a 1-Year assignment (starting and ending the first week of June). The twelve-month program includes: · Two weeks of immersive onboarding and relevant job training · Regular meetings and coaching from top Advertising, Public Relations and Social Digital teams · Region and partner assignments that provide professional growth and a chance to see the country – Hotdoggers will switch regions and partners halfway through their tour · A chance to be an active and contributing member of a team of twelve top brand ambassadors. · Being the face of a multi-billion-dollar brand, while acting as our trusted “boots on the ground” · On-going coaching and mentorship through additional staff meetings and in-field meetings. · Post tour opportunities/connections with Kraft Heinz and hundreds of successful alumni. Attributes/Skills/Background of a successful Hotdogger · Experience working with the public/consumers · Prior travel experience is beneficial · As a highly autonomous position, organizational and time management skills are critical · Understanding of popular social media channels/outlets · Ability to work independently and within a team · Positive and outgoing – “a people-person” · Trustworthiness · Flexibility The Life of a Hotdogger While no two days are the same in the Hotdogger program, a tour includes: · Representing the Oscar Mayer brand every day you crisscross the hot dog highways of America. · Executing and reporting over 200 events during your one-year tour. · Pitching and appearing on local television, radio, or newspaper media. · Creating social content for multiple Oscar Mayer social platforms including TikTok & Instagram. · Maintaining and driving our 89-year-old icon and piece of American pop culture. · Coordinating all aspects of Wienermobile travel logistics and management of travel expenses. We Are Looking For... · Outgoing, creative, friendly, exuberant, college graduates who have an appetite for adventure and willing to see the country through the windshield of the iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. · A spokesperson for Oscar Mayer who positively represents the brand in radio and television appearances, newspaper interviews, grocery/retail events, charity functions, and a variety of other activities. · Someone who “Meats” and greets people from coast to coast and leaves them with a positive brand experience and a desire to buy Oscar Mayer meats. · An individual that embraces working with many different workstyles, internal and external consumer promotion teams, marketing teams, and sales professionals · Individuals craving the autonomy and flexibility of running their own traveling public relations firm on wheels; organizing events/activations and embracing the challenges of a very “fluid” job experience. Our Values Our Hotdoggers are expected to live out the Kraft Heinz values as cultural champions and leaders in the organization. At Kraft Heinz, our values are: We are consumer obsessed We dare to do better every day We champion great people We demand diversity We do the right thing We own it

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in public relations, journalism, communications, advertising, or marketing, though applicants are not limited to these degrees.
• Excellent communication and relational skills.
• Outgoing, friendly, and passionate personality.
• A valid Driver’s License is required and a favorable driving record (a driving record will be requested as part of the recruitment process).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States and applicant WILL NOT require employment visa sponsorship.
• Must be able to work major holidays.
• Desire and ability to spend the year on the road as an ambassador for Oscar Mayer.
• Must be comfortable with daily road travel in the Wienermobile and staying in hotels or short-term corporate approved housing throughout the United States.
• Successful completion of Federal Department of Transportation Physical, Drug/Alcohol Test, Motor Vehicle Records check and standard Kraft Heinz background check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior travel experience is beneficial
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Representing the Oscar Mayer brand every day you crisscross the hot dog highways of America.
• Executing and reporting over 200 events during your one-year tour.
• Pitching and appearing on local television, radio, or newspaper media.
• Creating social content for multiple Oscar Mayer social platforms including TikTok & Instagram.
• Maintaining and driving our 89-year-old icon and piece of American pop culture.
• Coordinating all aspects of Wienermobile travel logistics and management of travel expenses.
• Positively represents the brand in radio and television appearances, newspaper interviews, grocery/retail events, charity functions, and a variety of other activities.
• “Meats” and greets people from coast to coast and leaves them with a positive brand experience and a desire to buy Oscar Mayer meats.
• Organizing events/activations and embracing the challenges of a very “fluid” job experience.

Benefits

• A One-Of-A-Kind role in a full-time, 1-year assignment with a competitive package including a $35,600 base salary, a weekly allowance of $150 ($7,200/yr.) for meals & personal travel, 18 days of paid time off, full health benefits package, and 100% of hotel expenses covered.
• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
• We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level