Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.50 - $15.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development opportunities
inclusive work environment
Job Description
Product Connections is a key part of the Acosta Group, a renowned collective of retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies dedicated to revolutionizing how brands engage with consumers throughout their shopping journey. This full-service marketing agency focuses on digital and traditional retail events and demonstrations, experiential marketing, sponsorship activation, and omnichannel shopper marketing. With expertise in connecting products to the right target audience at the most opportune moments, Product Connections plays a critical role in driving consumer engagement and boosting brand conversion rates. The Acosta Group boasts a skilled workforce of over 10,000 industry experts and more than 150 corporate employees.... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or equivalent
- previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or food industry preferred
- ability to continuously lift a minimum of 50 lbs several times per day
- ability to push wheeled machines weighing 50 to 600 lbs to and from the sales floor
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to safely operate machinery and sharp utensils
- ability to work varied hours
- physical ability to climb a 6 foot step stool
- visual ability to read instructions
- ability to work in cold and hot environments
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to read and understand written materials and communicate effectively
Job Qualifications
- previous experience in product marketing, product demonstrations or in the food, beverage, or restaurant industry preferred
- ability to safely and effectively prepare juice or other specialty products for purchase
- ability to conduct demonstration and sampling events of other products as needed
- applicable state and local food safety certification or license
- strong communication skills to interact with customers and team members
- ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions
- ability to work in environments with exposure to cold, refrigerated conditions and hot equipment
Job Duties
- properly set up and prepare the area for specialized food products
- fully read materials that accompany product demonstrations to understand program scope, instructions, production requirements and program compliance
- follow all safety requirements when using equipment such as hot machinery or sharp blades
- adhere to all required tasks and procedures related to safe food handling, preparation, production, packaging, labeling, merchandising and disposal
- accurately complete all reporting requirements including on-line requirements as required
- regularly check the product event schedule and email for upcoming activities, corporate news updates, event changes and instructions, and supervisor requests
- complete certifications and attend special training sessions as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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