Event Specialist

CROSSMARK is a prominent sales and marketing services company specializing in the consumer goods industry. Established over 100 years ago, this privately owned corporation is headquartered in Plano, Texas, and operates with a workforce of more than 20,000 associates across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand. The company’s commitment lies in expertly guiding its clients along "The Way to Market" by delivering tailored growth solutions combined with exceptional service. CROSSMARK’s extensive expertise covers a wide array of retail channels including grocery, mass, club, drug, convenience stores, and home improvement markets among others. Through this broad reach, CROSSMARK empowers its clients by helping them develop best practices, perform insightful analysis, and execute targeted customer engagement strategies.

The company focuses its efforts in four critical areas: headquarter selling, retail merchandising, store-level marketing, and streamlining trade practices. This multifaceted approach enables CROSSMARK to consistently hit the mark by providing comprehensive and effective solutions that drive growth and enhance market presence. CROSSMARK values innovation, teamwork, and responsibility, continuously evolving to meet the dynamic needs of the retail industry.

Currently, CROSSMARK is looking for enthusiastic, outgoing, and customer-service oriented individuals to join its team in the Toledo, OH area as Food Demonstrators/Sales Advisers. This role centers on performing food and beverage sampling demonstrations inside elite local retail grocery stores, aiming to create an engaging and positive experience for consumers. The successful candidates will play an integral part in increasing brand awareness and boosting consumer interest in various products endorsed during these events. This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy interacting with people, have a passion for customer service, and want to be part of a company with a proven track record spanning more than a century.

The Food Demonstrator/Sales Adviser role is designed for those who thrive in lively retail environments and are motivated by customer interaction. Responsibilities include setting up product displays, executing sampling demonstrations to showcase product features, answering customer inquiries with professionalism and enthusiasm, and working independently to manage assigned tasks with reliability and focus. The position is permanent part-time, primarily scheduled on weekends with shifts approximately six hours in length, mostly from Thursday through Sunday. Candidates will receive company-provided training, which makes this position ideal for entry-level individuals or those seeking to develop new skills within the marketing and retail sectors.

Benefits include eligibility for company benefits after 60 days of employment, offering a stable and supportive workplace. Additionally, candidates must have reliable transportation and internet access to manage logistics and communication effectively. Food safety certification is required but can be completed after hiring, indicating CROSSMARK’s commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety in all customer engagements. This role represents a valuable opportunity for those looking to supplement their income while gaining valuable experience in a respected, multinational organization that values its people and their development.