Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Mechanicsburg, PA

80d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The associate learns and maintains knowledge of represented products, prepares and serves samples, and sets up and breaks down demonstration products, equipment, and supplies. The associate proactively engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally while maintaining an appearance consistent with the role. The role is expected not to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. Work takes place in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. 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, including applications and internal systems.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; handle and feel objects; reach with hands and arms, including overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; and visually read instructions and perform events.
Ability to stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder, and balance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting of 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.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, and professional appearance and comply with retailer dress-code requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.
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 promote products in a positive manner.
Communicate product features and benefits effectively.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and other required utensils.
Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the 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.
Access the internet and company electronic systems; use Microsoft Outlook and view assigned Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF documents.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.