Lead Event Specialist Part Time

The Associate is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations. Acquires and maintains knowledge of products represented. Serves, demonstrates, intercepts consumers and sells products in a professional manner.  Responsible for the Event execution equipment in the stores.  Maintains an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Management and maintenance of the
  equipment and supplies used for events to ensure they are clean and secured in
  the agreed upon area of the backroom.
• When Supervisor is absent,
  communicate with store management about the upcoming events and the execution
  of past events in their store.
• When Supervisor is absent, be the
  point person for all events being conducted in the store. Assists other Event
  Specialists with event kits, materials and tools as needed.
• Assist Supervisor by always
  providing leadership and knowledge to the team.
• 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.
• Able to assist/perform all job
  responsibilities assigned to the demo program.
• Can effectively communicate the
  features and benefits of the product.
• Ability to prepare and serve food
  samples including raw meats, produce and eggs complying with food safety
  guidelines.
• Ability to prepare and serve food
  samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee
  makers and knives.
• Can maintain a clean, sterile and
  safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
• Maintains a professional
  appearance consistent with the requirements of the job.
• Properly sets up and prepares
  Event Table for execution.
• Completes all work assigned.
• 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.
• Prepares and submits all on-line
  requirements on the same day as Event execution.
• Takes digital photos of Perfect
  Table Setup to document success stories for clients.

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

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.

Responsibilities With Regard to Workers’ Compensation
Claims:

You are responsible for reporting all employment related injuries
you incur to your direct supervisor as soon as possible following an incident
resulting in an injury.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

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

Computer Skills:

Proficient ability to use and navigate on a personal
computer and personal mobile device using applications and internal systems.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Food Safety Professional Certification, Local Food handlers
permit if required.

Physical Demands:

The employee will be regularly required to: Stand; Walk; Use
hands and fingers to handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms (including
reaching overhead); Talk and hear; Visual ability to read instructions and
perform responsibilities; Stoop; Kneel; Crouch; Climb (including use of a 6’
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 using raw products (e.g.,
meats, poultry), using cooking utensils such as knives, convection oven, coffee
maker, electric fryer, microwaves; Be in contact with cleaning supplies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Will be point of contact when Supervisor is absent.

Working Conditions:

Retail store environment with limited travel.

Physical Appearance:

Individuals must ensure a professional appearance and proper
grooming is in order. The associate 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 skill; however, bilingual
skills may be required based on business necessity.

Product Connections is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most 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 pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to think big, grow their skills, and take their careers to the next level. Join Product Connections and discover a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is felt—let’s build something great together.

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 [email protected]. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.  

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