Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Madison, NJ

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, gains and maintains knowledge of represented products, prepares and serves samples, and sets up and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The role involves professionally engaging consumers, explaining product features and benefits, and maintaining a professional appearance. The position is expected not to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The work takes place in a retail store environment with limited travel. The associate must meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking throughout the shift, handling and preparing food with appliances and utensils, moving a fully laden demonstration cart, and working with cleaning supplies. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency using and navigating a personal computer or mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to use the internet and company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, and assigned documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as needed.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking throughout the shift; handling, reaching, and carrying; 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.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed professional appearance and comply with retailer dress code requirements.

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 sell products in a positive manner.
Effectively communicate product features and benefits.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and other required equipment.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work station 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 tasks as directed by management.