Part Time Promotion Associate-Lancaster, PA

Breakthru Beverage Group•Lancaster, PA

About The Position

The Promotion Associate - Casual drives brand presence and increases sales for BBG brands by participating in creative, impactful in-store and market events. The associate attends targeted promotions in the field to engage consumers and build relationships with consumers and brands. Compensation is $48 per completed two-hour event, and weekend availability is required. This is a summary of typical job functions and may not include every responsibility, task, or duty. Individual responsibilities may vary.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Basic PC skills, including use of MS Office and other computer programs such as presentation software.
Verbal and written communication skills, diplomacy, discretion, and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask, work independently and/or as part of a team, attend to detail, and meet deadlines.
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment.
Understanding of wine, beer, and spirits is required.
Regularly required to stand and sit, talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent training and work experience.
Experience in the on- or off-premise wine sales/service environment.
Strong accounting, technical, customer service, and interpersonal expertise.

Responsibilities

Distribute samples to customers during promotional events.
Work with account staff to identify and communicate selling opportunities, achieve sell-through for new distribution and selected items, complete required surveys, and track bottles sold per hour during events.
Educate clients, account staff, and other Promotion Associates on assigned labels.
Monitor inventory and out-of-stock situations and alert the National Account Manager to possible fluctuations.
Maintain account standards set by management and use current point-of-sale materials when appropriate to maximize brand visibility.
Work cohesively with chain staff, other distributors, and suppliers to increase brand sales and ensure successful promotional events.
Deliver customer care according to account standards and guidance.
Maintain professional and industry knowledge through educational workshops, BBG brand training, professional publications, and personal networks.
Complete required training programs, including attending, participating, and passing tests as defined by management.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.