Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Austin, TX

3d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

This part time associate promotes alcohol products for suppliers at multiple Target locations within a geography. Brand Ambassadors introduce customers to new and exciting items and brands. Customer service, Food handling, bartender, server, cashier, stocker, demonstrator, brand ambassador, or brand advocate experience is beneficial but not required. All expenses are covered and equipment is located within each Target location. Responsibilities Overview: As a Brand Ambassador, the associate will be performing the role of a dedicated and enthusiastic user of the product(s) he or she is promoting and therefore must meet certain attribute-specific requirements in order to effectively and convincingly perform the role. These events will be staffed through auditions, and selection will be based on best match with the attribute-specific requirements of the client. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented. Can effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product. Has the desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and influence buying decisions on the product with the consumer, in a positive manner. Role is performed during in-store and/or offsite/special events. Supplies/provides materials such as product brochures and/or samples. Can maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning products. Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. Properly sets up and prepares for event execution. Achieves 100% execution on assigned work. Takes photographs to document event success stories as required. Assists with preparation for client visits. Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives. Train store personnel on promoting product features and benefits. Completes expense reports as per Company Policy. Prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as event execution. For the Part-Time (PT) role only, the anticipated hours are not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company does maintain the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client. This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks as directed by management. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient use of a Personal Computer and familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Local Food handlers permit may be required.
Stand up to 8 hours at a time
Walk
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms (including reaching overhead)
Talk and hear
Visual ability to read instructions and perform events
Stoop
Kneel
Crouch
Climb (including use of a 6’ ladder)
Balance
Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds)
Move and set up a display weighing 50 to 100 pounds not including supplies and product
Be in contact with cleaning supplies
Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper grooming is in order.
English is the primary language skill; however, bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Outgoing good communicator
Must be able to stand for 4 hours
Must have a computer/laptop or tablet at home.

Nice To Haves

Beauty, skincare, and/or fitness enthusiasts preferred.
Customer service, Food handling, bartender, server, cashier, stocker, demonstrator, brand ambassador, or brand advocate experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Can effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
Has the desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and influence buying decisions on the product with the consumer, in a positive manner.
Role is performed during in-store and/or offsite/special events.
Supplies/provides materials such as product brochures and/or samples.
Can maintain a clean, sterile and safe workstation using cleaning products.
Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
Properly sets up and prepares for event execution.
Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
Takes photographs to document event success stories as required.
Assists with preparation for client visits.
Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
Train store personnel on promoting product features and benefits.
Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
Prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as event execution.