Brand Ambassador – Philadelphia (Part-Time) Demonstration In Store Part Time Urgent

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Milton’s Baking Company is known for its signature lines of delicious and nutritious crackers, snacks and fresh bread products that are carefully prepared from special recipes using the finest natural, organic and non-GMO ingredients We believe in creating moments of delight in every bite. Milton’s is focused upon crafting higher quality foods that enhance the well-being of consumers, providing crave-able products that make healthy eating a gourmet experience.

Due to strong growth, we have a part-time (20-24 hours per week) Brand Ambassador position covering Philadelphia’s suburbs, which includes customer locations in King of Prussia, North Wales, Warrington and Cherry Hill, with travel within a 50-100 mile radius. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Our Brand Ambassadors play a critical role in helping consumers learn about and try our delicious products. Brand Ambassadors conduct in-store tastings of our products (in-store demos) where consumers can experience our amazing line of crackers, including gluten-free products. They bring a personal touch and build professional relationships with our valued retail grocery customers, and they take pride in achieving and exceeding sales goals.

This position requires at least two years of prior work experience as a Brand Ambassador, product demonstrator, or outside sales, preferably with a consumer packaged goods products (CPG) company. An outgoing personality, passion for our products, and the ability to build strong relationships with customers who carry our products is a must in this high-visibility role.

Essential Functions

• Schedule, coordinate logistics and schedules, and conduct tasting events at assigned venues, which include in-store demos, food shows, events, store checks, etc.
• Partner with in-store management team(s) to ensure events are properly communicated and scheduled in advance, products are well- stocked, and the event is set up for success.
• Visit assigned customers to ensure they have adequate stock on hand, in presentable condition.
• Communicate real-time information and insights to the sales and marketing teams regarding activities in the marketplace, e.g., competition, promotions, quality levels, reactions from consumers, etc.
• Submit timely and complete preparation of Demo Execution Reports.
• Build strong relationships and credibility with store operations teams by consistently providing great service.
• Identify and solve store-level issues to ensure superior merchandising and execution of our tasting/demonstration events.
• Engage consumers by handing out coupons, bring visibility to our products and provide professional representation of our brand.
• Monitor and report competitors’ pricing, promotions, displays and other activities to help MBC align promotional and in-store activities to the competitive environment.
• Build rapport with store-level personnel/operations team to secure favorable merchandising/off-shelf displays.
• Sell in incremental displays/space/position prior to promotions in accounts where relationships have been built.
• Audit store-level execution, including:
  • Stock shelves and build displays
  • Ensure MBC’s products are on the shelves, properly rotated and organized
  • Organize back room inventory
  • Ensure Point of Sale (POS) material is on shelves and displays

 Work Schedule

This position works 20-24 hours per week, which includes travel time to and from demos, which are typically scheduled Wednesday through Saturday, and sometimes on Sundays:

• A typical demo is about 3 – 5 hours long (including setup, breakdown)
• Demo schedules vary by customer, and are based on store traffic; some evenings will be required
• Events are usually 8 – 10 hours, and are usually 1 – 2 days

Competencies

The ability to be a “real-time” problem solver is very important in this role, which means that issues are viewed as opportunities to demonstrate resourcefulness and creativity, provide excellent customer service, and maintain a positive attitude. Learns what works and what doesn’t, and positively communicate solutions to improve processes and outcomes (“I have some ideas that will make this easier . . . “ – and the glass is always at least 7/8 full.)

• Motivated self-starter with high level of initiative, works independently and exercises sound judgment.
• Takes pride in meeting and exceeding sales goals (competitive with themselves).
• Ability to build rapport and communicate effectively face-to-face and in writing.
• Customer service oriented – enjoys making connections, approaching potential consumers, and is energized by interacting with people.
• Creative and resourceful – figures out the best way to resolve issues, makes the most of resources and time, and enjoys being in a hands-on, field-based role.

Requirements

• To be considered for this position, you must be able to frequently travel by car between customer locations throughout the assigned territory and all the surrounding regions. A valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and completion of a complete background check (including DMV) is required.
• High School Diploma, GRE, or equivalent experience; preference will be given to candidates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree
• Prior experience in customer service roles, preferably conducting demonstrations for food products in grocery and club stores
• Experience in food CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) strongly preferred
• Must be able to pass on-line course for ServSafe Food Handler Certificate (Company-paid)
• Available to work some weekends and travel frequently by car; some travel by plane or train may also be required
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift and carry up to 25 pounds, drive for long periods of time
• Assemble and disassemble demo materials and fixtures, etc.

Compensation

• Hourly rate, based on experience
  Matching 401(k) Plan
• Business mileage and travel expense reimbursement

Local Candidates Only

Equal Opportunity Employer

We also have Brand Ambassador positions available in New York, Chicago’s Northshore, DC Metro and Boston.

Submissions from Recruiters/Agencies will not be Accepted