Product Demonstrator

Acosta•Minneapolis, MN

77d•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 Associate professionally engages consumers, demonstrates products, and maintains a clean, safe work area and a professional appearance. The role is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The position works in a retail store environment with limited travel and has no supervisory responsibilities. Associates may be expected to follow other job-related instructions and perform additional tasks as directed by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is a full-service 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 is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency using and navigating a personal computer or personal mobile device with applications and internal systems.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk for the shift; handle and feel with the hands and fingers; 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, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart.
Ability to prepare foods and beverages with required appliances and utensils and to be in contact with cleaning supplies.
Ability to meet professional appearance and grooming requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, interact with, and sell products to consumers 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.
Use the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.