Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Temple, PA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, develops and maintains knowledge of represented products, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The role engages consumers professionally, communicates product features and benefits, and maintains an appearance consistent with job requirements. The associate sets up event tables, executes assigned work, supports client visits and audit corrections, builds rapport with store personnel, and submits expense reports and online event requirements. The role involves working 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. Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is a marketing agency specializing in retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The organization 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 an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to prepare and serve food samples using appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, and coffee makers, and to use knives.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking throughout the shift; handling, reaching, talking, hearing, and visually reading instructions; stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or stepping up a ladder, and balancing; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart; preparing foods and beverages; and contact with cleaning supplies.
Professional appearance and appropriate grooming in accordance with applicable retailer dress code requirements.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.
Local food handlers permit, if required.

Responsibilities

Gain and maintain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers, and promote products in a positive manner.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and utensils.
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.
Achieve 100% execution on 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 according to company policy.
Accurately prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.