Product Demonstrator Part Time

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Acosta Sales & Marketing is seeking an Associate in Wilmington, NC to conduct in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to prepare food samples using small appliances while maintaining a professional appearance. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a focus on engaging and selling products to consumers. The position is part-time, with flexible hours not exceeding 25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or related experience and/or training preferred.
• Proficient in using personal computer or mobile device.
• Local Food Handlers permit may be required.

Responsibilities

• Complete in-store food and non-food demonstrations.
• Maintain knowledge of products and demonstrate them effectively.
• Prepare and serve food samples using small appliances.
• Build rapport with store personnel.

Skills

Proactive engagement with consumers

Effective communication

Food preparation skills

Cleanliness and safety awareness

Ability to navigate electronic systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe PDF forms

Job description

Description

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. The Associate acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented, prepares, serves, and breaks down product, equipment, and supplies, intercepts consumers, demonstrates products in a professional manner, and maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the job requirements.

Responsibilities

Possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.

• Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the consumer in a positive manner.
• Effectively communicate the features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives.
• Maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly set up and prepare 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 effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Complete expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Ability to access the internet, navigate through company’s electronic systems, use Microsoft Outlook, and view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF forms.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company retains discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; or one to three months’ related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Computer Skills: Proficient in using and navigating personal computer or mobile device with applications and internal systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Local Food Handlers permit may be required.

Physical Demands: The associate will be regularly required to stand and walk during the shift; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms (including overhead to 65 inches); talk and hear; have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; stoop; kneel; squat; climb or step up ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds); push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart fully laden with appliances, supplies and product; prepare foods and beverages using required appliances (cooking utensils, knives, convection oven, coffee maker, electric fryer, microwaves); be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Work Environment: Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance: Individuals must ensure professional appearance and proper grooming. Specific retailer dress code requirements are included in training documents.

Language Skills: English is the primary language skill; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail] and include "Applicant Accommodation" in the email subject line.