Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Madison, CT

77d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations and acquires and maintains knowledge of the products represented. The role prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies; proactively engages consumers and demonstrates products professionally; and maintains a professional appearance. 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 associate must perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Work takes place in a retail store environment with limited travel. English is the primary language, although bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. There are no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; use hands and fingers; reach, including overhead 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 using required appliances and utensils, and to work in contact with cleaning supplies.
Professional appearance and appropriate grooming.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
Local food handlers 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 work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and retailer dress code.
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.
Access the internet and company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.