Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Taylor, MI

66d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Demonstrator completes in-store food and non-food demonstrations, learns about the products represented, and prepares, serves, and breaks down products, equipment, and supplies. The role engages consumers, demonstrates products professionally, and maintains an appearance appropriate to the job. Work is performed in a retail store environment with limited travel and is not expected to exceed 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. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. English is the primary language; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity. A local food handler permit may be required. Product Connections is part of Acosta Group, a marketing agency specializing in retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Acosta Group describes its culture as supportive, collaborative, and inclusive, and states that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an 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; handle and feel objects; reach, including overhead up 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, and 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.
Maintain a neat, clean, appropriately groomed, professional appearance and follow retailer dress-code requirements.
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 is preferred.

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 other required 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 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.
Use the internet and company electronic systems, Microsoft Outlook, and assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related tasks as directed by management.