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 Breakthru Beverage Group 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. The role involves distributing samples, supporting sales and product visibility, educating consumers and account staff about assigned labels, monitoring inventory, and working collaboratively with account personnel, other distributors, and suppliers. The associate also completes required training, surveys, and event reporting, and provides customer care consistent with account standards. This job description is a summary of typical functions; individual responsibilities may vary.

Requirements

Basic PC skills, including use of MS Office and other computer programs such as presentation software.
Results-oriented professional with verbal and written communication, diplomacy, discretion, and customer service skills.
Ability to multitask, work independently and/or as part of a team, pay attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment.
Must be at least 21 years old.
An understanding of wine, beer, and spirits is required.
Weekend availability is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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