Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Carlisle, PA

111d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations. The Associate gains and maintains knowledge of the products represented, prepares and serves products, and sets up and breaks down demonstration equipment and supplies. The role involves proactively engaging consumers, demonstrating products professionally, and maintaining an overall professional appearance. This position is not expected 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 and may involve limited travel. There are no supervisory responsibilities. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. 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, with opportunities for employees to grow their skills and careers. The company is an equal opportunity employer and 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, including applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF documents.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to communicate in English; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including standing and walking for the shift; handling and reaching; stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or stepping up a ladder, and balancing; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart; preparing food and beverages with required appliances and utensils; and contact with cleaning supplies.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed professional appearance and comply with retailer dress-code requirements included in training documents.

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 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 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 in accordance with 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.