Product Demonstrator Part Time - 6304

Product Connections; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 19,975; Part time

Job summary

A retail marketing agency is seeking a part-time Associate for in-store demonstrations in Indianapolis. The position involves engaging consumers, preparing food samples, and maintaining professional standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and skill in customer interaction. The role is flexible, not exceeding 25 hours per week, with a pay rate of $14.00 - $14.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be able to prepare and serve food samples with small appliances.
• Must maintain a clean and sterile workstation.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Execute in-store food demonstrations professionally.
• Maintain appearance and engage with consumers positively.
• Achieve 100% execution on assigned events.

Skills

Proficient computer navigation

Customer engagement

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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

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 work station using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution.
• Achieves 100% execution on assigned work.
• Assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
• Builds and maintains rapport with store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives.
• Completes expense reports as per Company Policy.
• Accurately prepares and submits 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 capability to view assigned documents, including Microsoft Word & Adobe PDF forms.

This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the company may adjust the role based on business needs.

This job description does not imply that the above functions are the only tasks that may be performed. Individuals will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related tasks as directed by management.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Qualifications

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

Computer Skills: Proficient in ability to use and navigate on a personal computer or personal mobile device using 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; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; have visual ability to read instructions and perform events; stoop, kneel, squat, climb or step up a ladder; balance; lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of 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 (e.g., 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: Must present a neat, clean, and appropriately groomed appearance. Specific retailer dress code requirements are included in the training documents.

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

About Us

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

As a full-service marketing agency, we specialize in digital and traditional retail events and demos, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. Our mission is to deliver brand solutions that connect products to the right target at the right time, effectively moving consumers down the conversion funnel.

With over 10,000 experts in the field and more than 150 corporate employees, we have a range of talents and experience that redefine what it means to be a marketing agency. We foster a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed, please contact [e-mail] with the subject line “Applicant Accommodation.”

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Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Part time

Business Unit: Marketing

Salary Range: $14.00 - $14.50

Company: Crossmark Inc.

Req ID: 12879

Employer Description: PRODUCTCONNECTIONS EMP_DESC