Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Warrenton, VA

80d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate 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 intercepts and engages consumers to demonstrate products professionally and maintains an appearance consistent with job requirements. The position is expected to work no more than 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 and involves limited travel. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a marketing agency specializing in retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Acosta Group describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and inclusive, and states that it provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

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 with applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to stand and walk during the shift; handle and feel items; reach, including 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, and push or pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages using required appliances and cooking utensils and to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to maintain a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
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 utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and applicable retailer dress codes.
Set up and prepare the event table for demonstrations.
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.
Prepare and submit all online requirements accurately on the same day as event execution.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.
Perform essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available where applicable.