Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Vienna, VA

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator Associate completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations. The role involves learning about represented products, preparing and serving demonstrations, and setting up and breaking down products, equipment, and supplies. Associates engage consumers professionally, communicate product features and benefits, and maintain a clean, safe workstation and professional appearance. The position is based in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. It is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The associate may also be assigned other job-related tasks by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a collective of retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies. The company describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and inclusive, and says it encourages employees to grow their skills and careers. Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and uses E-Verify to validate candidates’ ability to work in the United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred: one to three months of related experience and/or training.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device, 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.
A local food handlers permit may be required.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing and walking during the shift; handling and reaching; talking and hearing; reading instructions and performing events; stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing or stepping up a ladder, and balancing; lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; pushing and pulling a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart; preparing foods and beverages with required appliances and utensils; and contact with cleaning supplies.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed appearance and comply with retailer dress-code requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

Learn and maintain 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 workstation using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements.
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 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.