Entry Level Visual Merchandising Jobs in California

CROSSMARK is a leading sales and marketing services company in the consumer goods and services industry that delivers smarter solutions to clients for faster growth in an ever-changing world. Our areas of expertise include Insights & Intelligence, Headquarter Sales, Retail Merchandising, Shopper Engagement, and Consumer Engagement. Our solutions make an impact in store across a wide range of retail channels, as well as out of store through "live" and digital engagement along the shopping journey. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, CROSSMARK has more than 40,000 employees with offices throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand.
CROSSMARK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Product Events Demonstrator
Are you seeking an exciting career opportunity in the retail industry? Come talk to us about an opportunity as a retail merchandising leader that provides health, dental, vision and 401k. Enjoy flexibility that enables you to have a work-life balance while you promote various products during onsite events in retail environments.
CROSSMARK is currently seeking Product Event Demonstrators to join our team on a direct basis in your area. We offer benefits, committed management teams that encourage team work, and individual growth and development opportunities. If you or anyone you know would be interested, please call 972-666-8184.
Summary:
A Product Events Demonstrator is responsible for completing in-store food and non-food demonstrations, acquires and maintains knowledge of the products represented, serves, demonstrates, engages with consumers and sells products in a professional manner. CROSSMARK team members maintain an overall professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. This role is not expected to exceed more than 25 hours per week, although the CROSSMARK does maintain the discretion to change the role based on the needs of the business and/or the client.

Responsibilities:
The Product Events Demonstrator possesses the aptitude and ability to gain adequate knowledge of the products represented.
Has desire and ability to proactively intercept, engage, interact, and sell product to the retail consumer in a positive manner.
Can effectively communicate the features and benefits of the products in retail environments.
Ability to prepare and serve food samples using small appliances such as microwaves, fryers, skillets, coffee makers and knives. 
Can maintain a clean, sterile and safe work station using cleaning chemicals.
The Product Events Demonstrator maintains a professional appearance consistent with the requirements of the job. 
Properly sets up and prepares Event Table for execution. 
Achieves 100% execution on assigned work. 
The Product Events Demonstrator assists with preparation for client visits and completes audit corrections.
Builds and maintains rapport with retail store personnel to effectively meet company and client objectives. 
Completes expense reports as per Company Policy. 
Prepares and submits all on-line requirements on the same day as Event execution. 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient use of a Personal Computer and familiarity with Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred.
Physical Demands: 
Stand up to 4 hours at a time
Walk, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch and Climb (including use of a 6' ladder)
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms (including reaching overhead)
Visual ability to read instructions and perform events
Balance Lift and carry up to 25 pounds (including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds)
Push and pull a wheeled demonstration cart weighing up to 300 pounds fully laden with appliances, supplies and product

Why is this position for you?

Permanent Part time (Looking for supplemental income? This is it!)

Primarily weekends (Shifts are approximately six hours in length and typically Thursday-Sunday.)

Flexible schedule (You decide. Commit to events that work with YOUR schedule.)

Company-provided training (Ideal for entry-level or those looking to obtain new skills.)