Product Demonstrator PT

Acosta•Watertown, MA

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate completes in-store food and non-food product demonstrations, acquires and maintains knowledge of represented products, and professionally engages consumers to demonstrate and sell products. The role includes preparing, serving, and breaking down products, equipment, and supplies; setting up event tables; and maintaining a professional appearance. The position is not expected to exceed 25 hours per week, although the company may change the role based on business or client needs. The work takes place in a retail store environment and may involve limited travel. The Associate is expected to follow job-related instructions and perform other related tasks as directed by management. No supervisory responsibilities are assigned. Product Connections, part of Acosta Group, is a marketing agency specializing in digital and traditional 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 equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use and navigate a personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.
Ability to access the internet, navigate company electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.
Ability to communicate in English; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.
Ability to stand and walk for the shift; handle and feel objects; reach, including overhead up to 65 inches; talk and hear; read instructions and visually perform events; stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder, and balance.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, with 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 cooking 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.
Local food handler permit may be required.

Responsibilities

Learn and maintain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Proactively intercept, engage, and interact with consumers, and sell products in a positive manner.
Effectively communicate product features and benefits.
Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances and other required equipment.
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.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other related tasks as directed by management.