Full-Time
Google Product Specialist
Acosta Group
1-10 employees
Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider
Compensation Overview
$45k/yr
Vancouver, BC, Canada
In Person
On-site at Best Buy store in Vancouver, British Columbia; local commute required.
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- Sales/consumer service experience in a retail environment, preferably for hi-tech /consumer electronics
- Experience delivering training sessions and motivating teams in the telecommunications or consumer services industry
- Effective communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
- Strong knowledge of Google products and the ability to effectively communicate their features and benefits
- Ability to motivate team
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Work with associates to elevate skills and performance, providing coaching on opportunities for improvement
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Direct Consumer Interaction: Engage with consumers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate Google products
- Sales Generation: Drive sales of Google Pixel devices and all first-party Google hardware and smart home products
- Store Management: Maintain the Google Shop's appearance, ensuring it is clean, organized, and stocked with the latest products
- Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with Best Buy leadership and RSAs to foster collaboration and support for Google products
- Product Promotion: Promote Google products effectively and train Best Buy RSAs on how to sell Google 1P products
- Market Analysis: Gain insights and track sales trends to understand market dynamics and identify opportunities for improvement
- Data Sharing: Share sales data and insights with headquarters to inform strategic decision-making
- Reporting: Before and after shift reporting
- Coach retail associates on opportunities with consumer interactions, recognize positive performance and hold associates accountable for poor performance
- Inspire and engage retail associates by motivating them to succeed
- Partner with management and other appropriate parties to successfully launch new products, services and processes and to review staffing forecast plan
- Accountable for adhering to the merchandising standards
- Instill a sense of pride and ownership in space appearance - where all associates understand the space is the face of the brand to every consumer.
- Drive compliance of procedures and policies
- Support management needs
- Other duties as assigned
Acosta Group coordinates a network of trusted retail, marketing, and foodservice agencies to help brands grow wherever they are sold. It provides end-to-end support across the consumer journey, including in-store sales execution, training, omnichannel marketing, and data-driven insights. Unlike a single firm, it operates as a collective of specialized agencies under one umbrella, enabling cohesive, cross-channel programs and shared data. Its goal is to accelerate brand growth by connecting today’s commerce activities with tomorrow’s opportunities.
Company Size
1-10
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Jacksonville, Florida
Founded
2023
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- AI adoption by 70% of shoppers enables clients to deploy agent-friendly zero-click advertising strategies.
- The CROSSMARK and Product Connections acquisition expanded Acosta to 60,000 associates and 3,000+ clients.
- 82% of shoppers demand national brands in fresh perimeters, creating growth opportunities for brand synergy.
What critics are saying
- $3B debt cancellation through bankruptcy creditor control will force strategic pivots diluting client value within 12 months.
- ADW Acosta subsidiary's C1 rating threatens broader financing access if credit contagion spreads within 18 months.
- CommerceIQ single-vendor lock-in risks destroying Acosta's technological edge if the platform fails within 24 months.
What makes Acosta Group unique
- Acosta Group serves as the neutral connection point between brands and retailers without owning either.
- The collective delivers end-to-end sales and marketing solutions across 96 years of combined expertise.
- Its Connected Commerce team is one of the industry's first AI-driven agency teams using CommerceIQ.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Legal Insurance
Employee Discount Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Budget
Company News
On Friday, March 7th, Acosta Group hosted an unforgettable evening at the Hammock Beach Resort & Spa, honoring the dedication, leadership, and impact of 55 outstanding individuals at the Aspire Awards 2024.