Part Time Engagement Trainer

SummaryPart Time Engagement TrainerOur sales team needs an engaging individual, with ability to travel, that can effectively train our Product Demonstrators to engage with consumers and increase sales. This part time Engagement Trainer job is accountable for the in-store training of Product Demonstrators onboarding of new employees, developing positive relationships with store personnel and sets the example by conducting product demonstrations as needed. The ideal employee trainer is friendly, outgoing, and able to train employees in a clear and concise manner. If you feel you can train and motivate our retail team to make the sale and generate excitement, we encourage you to apply. When you work for Advantage Solutions, you become part of the largest sales and marketing agency in North America where you will receive great training and competitive pay rates.Responsibilities:Meet the associate in the store on their first day and demonstrate how to set up, conduct and break down a product demonstration.

Introduce the Product Demonstrator (PD) to the store management team and review protocol for contact and engagement with store management.

Understand store’s engagement goals and work to support.

Consistently visit the store on a regular schedule.

Conduct performance audits with the store management team.

Work with PD on a regular schedule, to continue training in support of event management, customer engagement, store relationship building and salesmanship.

As needed, perform duties of a Product Demonstrator (PD) including but not limited to

Set up and break down display and presentation tables.

Provide information and marketing materials to customers.

Present products in a clean and organized manner.

Answer customer questions about the benefits of our products.

Qualifications:(Required) High School Diploma or GEDor equivalent experience.

2-3 years’ experience in event marketing, demonstrations, customer service, sales, retail/grocery, or coaching for improvement is highly desirable.

Ability to travel to multiple retailers within a 20-mile radius of an assigned territory

Availability – Thursday to Sunday, 10:00am – 7:00pm (6 Hour Schedule)

Excellent customer service orientation.

Comfortable coaching for improvement from a positive point of view.

Self -starter and ability to work independently to achieve goals.

Ability to work effectively with management.

Basic computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, and Internet usage.

Must pass online Food Safety training exam (all training hours will be paid for by the Company).

Compliance with all food safety requirements and regulations.

ResponsibilitiesThe Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.Position SummaryThe Engagement Trainer is accountable for working directly with the event specialist in store to facilitate job training, onboarding of new employees and developing positive relationships with store personnel. Engagement Trainers are also accountable for the overall engagement experience for each event executed by the event specialists in their geography.Essential Job Duties and ResponsibilitiesOn-board new Event Specialists (ES)Meet the associate in the store on their first day and demonstrate how to set up, conduct and break down a product demonstration.

Introduce the ES to the store management team and review protocol for contact and engagement with store management.

Coach the ES on the retailer’s engagement model.

Coach the ES on how to file their paperwork.

Build relationships with the store management team.Develop rapport with the store management team.

Understand store’s engagement goals and work to support.

Consistently visit the store on a regular schedule.

Conduct performance audits with the store management team

Train and Develop existing ESsWork with ES on a regular schedule, to continue training in support of event management, customer engagement, store relationship building and salesmanship.

Audit ES performance by measuring and tracking development progress using performance score card. Keep track of coaching points made for each ES.

Review score card and coaching points with each associate’s supervisor.

Administrative WorkStudy product materials to develop product knowledge

Review event schedule

Attend trainings; products/ materials

Check voice mails, emails

Participate in scheduled calls with Supervisor/others as needed

Supervisory ResponsibilitiesDirect ReportsThis position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reportsIndirect ReportsMay delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reportsTravel and/or Driving RequirementsTravel is not an essential duty and function of this job. Driving is an essential duty or function of this job.Travel up to 20%Minimum QualificationsEducation Level: (Required) High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience2-3 years’ experience in event marketing, demonstrations, customer service, sales, retail/grocery, or coaching for improvement is highly desirableSkills, Knowledge and AbilitiesExcellent customer service orientation

Problem solving skills

Comfortable coaching for improvement from a positive point of view.

Self -starter and ability to work independently to achieve goals

Ability to work effectively with management

Must be comfortable engaging with the public, talking with consumers and recommending product sales.

Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain relationships and trust with store management.

Dependable, reliable, integrity, goal oriented, and driven to succeed describe the successful Engagement Trainer

Excellent written communication and verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills including familiarity with Word, Excel, and Internet usage

Must pass online Food Safety training exam (all training hours will be paid for by the Company)

Compliance with all food safety requirements and regulations

Environmental & Physical RequirementsField / Reps RequirementsIncumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed in a retail in-store environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 50%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: engage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift and/or push up to 74 pounds, stand on feet for long periods of time, use products or cook food as appropriate for the demonstration, and may be required to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections). Also required to travel and drive. The use of proper safety practices when handling the products and/or cooking is essential.Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job DescriptionsJob duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).Important InformationThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.Job Locations US-CA-UplandPrimary Posting Location : Address 1445 E Foothill BlvdPrimary Posting Location : City UplandPrimary Posting Location : State/Province CAPostal Code 91786Primary Posting Location : Country USRequisition ID 2022-424430Position Type Part TimeStarting Wage USD $19.00/Hr.