HELLO, HOWDY, HOLA!
LOVE CORN is on a mission to become the “feel good” salty snack swap to chips, crackers and pretzels the whole family loves.
If you are excited to join a challenger brand where you can make a difference & be part of the founding team then LOVE CORN is for you!
LOVE CORN is building a National Brand Ambassador program and we are looking for ROCK STAR DEMO SPECIALISTS IN THE COLUMBUS, OHIO AREA. We are looking for a driven, reliable, good vibes DEMO SPECIALIST to activate the brand through weekend demos as well as special in-store events such as Grand Openings and Re-Grand Openings.
Demo Specialists will be compensated at a rate of $25/hour and a commitment of 1-2 demos (4-8 hours) per weekend.
LOVE CORN'S delicious crunchy corn kernels are made with simple ingredients & bold flavors, and the perfect snack for on-the-go, lunch boxes, as a crunchy topper or with a beverage. We tick all the boxes... plant-based, vegan, Non-GMO, gluten-free & no added sugar!
Learn more about our mission at LoveCorn.com.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
You will be the face of LOVE CORN brand in the Columbus market with a goal of spreading the LOVE, one bag at a time, through brand building & driving sales at store level via open cup or closed sample demos. Activities and objectives during demos include:
- Support our key retail partners through in-store demos at stores such as KROGER, WHOLE FOODS, and TARGET
- Adhere to LOVE CORN standards for best in class look during demos
- Demos last 3-4 hours in duration and 95% of them are scheduled for Saturdays or Sundays to capitalize on in-store foot traffic
- Minimum of six demos performed per month required. There is an opportunity to work two demos in one day, if you prefer
- While demo'ing, engage any and all customers and educate and excite them about the LOVE CORN Brand
- Help us maintain our best in-class look at the store level by merchandising our home and any secondary locations before and after your demo
- Build a strong relationship not only with customers but also in-store personnel
- Adhere to LOVE CORN standards in terms of reporting via our in-store reporting app (Wiser, formerly known as ShelvSpace) as well as Slack posting and all photography requirements that go along with it
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Hard-working, self-motivated and a go getter attitude i.e. ‘half glass full attitude'
- Own a "newish" Smart Phone that can support the apps we use
- Has likeability factor that store employees will warm to and trust; has common sense
- Passion, knowledge and commitment to the LOVE CORN brand
- Ability to work select weekend (Sat./Sun.) days and the occasional weekday demo (usually a Grand Opening or Re-Grand Opening)
- A belief in the value of over-communication and good response times to e-mails, texts, and phone calls
- Strong work ethic and keen attention to detail
- Ability to lift 40 lbs. at a time and stand for up to 6 hours at a time
- Good driving record and daily access to a reliable vehicle
DETAILS:
- Reports to the Head of Brand Activation
- Compensation is $25/hour
- $0.58/mile reimbursement for any miles accumulated over 40 for the day (i.e., your first 40 miles are not covered for the day)
- This is a 1099 part-time contract position