Product Demonstrator

Acosta•Annapolis, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The associate learns and maintains knowledge of the products represented; prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies; engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally; and maintains a professional appearance. The role is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, though the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The associate sets up event tables, completes assigned work and online requirements, helps prepare for client visits and corrects audit findings, builds rapport with store personnel, and submits expense reports according to company policy. The position is performed in a retail store environment with limited travel and has no supervisory responsibilities. Other job-related tasks may be assigned by management.

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, including applications and internal systems.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel objects; reach overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and perform events; stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder, and balance.
Ability to lift and carry 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 foods and beverages using required appliances and utensils and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Maintain a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed professional appearance; follow retailer dress code requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
A local food handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Acquire and maintain adequate knowledge of represented products.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers and sell products in a positive manner.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and cooking utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance and appropriate grooming.
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.
Use the internet, company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, and assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.