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Acosta Group

Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider

Lead Event Specialist

Retail SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeSouthaven, MS, USA$15 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficiency using and navigating a personal computer and personal mobile device with applications and internal systems.
  • Food Safety Professional Certification and a local food handlers permit if required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms including overhead, talk and hear, read instructions, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb a 6-foot ladder, balance, lift and carry up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, push and pull a fully laden wheeled demonstration cart, prepare foods using raw products and cooking utensils, and work with cleaning supplies.
  • Ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
  • Ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact with, and sell products to consumers.
  • Ability to perform all responsibilities assigned to the demonstration program.
  • Ability to communicate product features and benefits effectively.
  • Ability to prepare and serve food samples, including raw meats, produce, and eggs, in compliance with food safety guidelines.
  • Ability to prepare and serve food samples using microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers, knives, and other small appliances.
  • Ability to maintain a clean, sterile, and safe workstation using cleaning chemicals.
  • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and comply with retailer dress-code requirements.
  • Ability to build and maintain rapport with store personnel.
  • English language proficiency; bilingual skills may be required based on business necessity.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain event equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean and secured in the agreed-upon backroom area.
  • When the Supervisor is absent, communicate with store management about upcoming events and the execution of past events.
  • When the Supervisor is absent, serve as the point person for all events conducted in the store.
  • Assist other Event Specialists with event kits, materials, and tools as needed.
  • Provide leadership and product knowledge to the team while assisting the Supervisor.
  • Set up and prepare the event table for execution.
  • Complete all assigned work and other job-related tasks as directed by management.
  • Assist with preparation for client visits and complete audit corrections.
  • Complete expense reports according to company policy.
  • Prepare and submit all online requirements on the same day as event execution.
  • Take digital photos of the perfect table setup to document client success stories.
  • Report employment-related injuries to the direct supervisor as soon as possible after an incident.

About the Company

Acosta Group

Retail, marketing, and foodservice solutions provider

Acosta Group is a collective of trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies that helps brands grow where they are sold. It works by providing end-to-end support across the customer journey—headquarter sales, omnichannel retail, assisted sales and training, integrated marketing, foodservice sales enablement and culinary solutions, all guided by advanced data and insights. It differs from competitors by operating as a umbrella of specialized agencies rather than a single firm, enabling cohesive, cross-channel programs and seamless data-driven execution. Its goal is to accelerate brand growth everywhere products are sold by connecting today’s commerce activities with tomorrow’s opportunities.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Jacksonville, FL
Founded
2023

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