Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Webster, NY

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations, develops and maintains knowledge of represented products, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The role engages consumers professionally, explains product features and benefits, and maintains a professional appearance. The position is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role according to business or client needs. The position operates in a retail store environment with limited travel. It requires preparing and serving food samples, maintaining a clean and safe work station, setting up event tables, completing assigned events and associated online requirements, and working with store personnel to meet company and client objectives. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is a marketing agency specializing in retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. The company describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and inclusive, with opportunities for employees to grow their skills and careers. Acosta Group 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 perform the essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device, applications, and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, use Microsoft Outlook, and view documents including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
English language skills; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, 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; and pushing and pulling 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.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, and professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

One to three months of related experience and/or training is preferred.
A local food handlers permit may be required.
Bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Responsibilities

Gain 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 work station using cleaning chemicals.
Maintain a professional appearance consistent with job requirements and retailer dress codes.
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.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.