What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brand Ambassador position at ActionLink?
Are you sales savvy and a fan of the newest consumer technology trends?
Would you rather be out and about rather than work behind a desk all day?
Then ActionLink needs you on our Home Electronics Brand Advocacy Team!
ActionLink is seeking a driven, sales-focused Full Time Brand Ambassador to build and sustain engaging connections inside local big-box retail establishments. This dedicated advocate will represent the latest innovations in home theater entertainment by representing our client, TCL®, and their line of Smart TVs and Sound Bars.
Our Brand Ambassador is responsible for growing the TCL brand and driving sales by training retail store personnel, promoting advocacy towards the products, and maintaining both functional and visual merchandising standards. The Brand Advocate will effectively create a high-quality service environment within assigned metro area Best Buy, WalMart, and Target stores that will lead to providing a differentiating experience for customers.
The ideal individual is well-versed in consumer technology, skilled at presentation, and has a strong entrepreneurial drive towards achieving sales goals. The brand advocate serves as the chief expert for the brand, continually identifying and acting on opportunities to build the brand within their assigned storefronts.
SCHEDULING & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 40 hours per week, Thursdays - Mondays (Tuesdays/Wednesdays off)
- Thursdays, Fridays, Mondays: 10am - 7pm; Saturdays & Sundays: 11am - 8pm
- 1 hour unpaid lunch break each day
- Travel to assigned stores located within 60 mile radius territory
- Tentative start date is week of April 10th to begin training
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Play a key, visible role in the success and growth of a brand new client campaign launch
- Represent the latest in globally ranked smart platform TV display technology
- $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Pay
- Bonus Potential
- Paid Online & In-Person Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Prescription Insurance Plans
- Reimbursement rates for store-to-store mileage and drive time
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Option
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Travel daily to visit assigned stores within market territory
- Execute dedicated sales strategies and closing techniques during weekend visits to engage customers and increase product sales
- Promote the TCL brand in assigned storefronts to build customer awareness and brand advocacy
- Provide exciting customer interactions through effective product demos and expert recommendations on home theater products that fit customers' unique needs
- Deliver energizing and informative training sessions for all retail associates to help further drive product knowledge and sales
- Ensure that merchandising and functionality of products and displays within the store meets client standards
- Downstock products, build bulk stacks, and maintain pricing and promotional signage
- Document and communicate feedback regarding merchandising support needs and potential areas for improvement
- Actively participate in team and client-held meetings/conference calls as requested by program management
- Complete daily required data reporting
ARE YOU A MATCH?
- Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in sales, retail, and/or training
- Strong knowledge in consumer electronics and sales strategies
- Proven ability to present training materials and product information to individuals and groups
- Superior interpersonal and written communication skills with ability to influence and motivate others
- Ability to troubleshoot functional displays and identify solutions
- Ability to travel to different locations (locally by vehicle and nationally by plane as requested)
- Ability to lift up to 40lbs without assistance
- Access to smartphone and high-speed internet
- Valid driver's license with access to reliable vehicle transportation
- Available to work Thursdays through Mondays
ActionLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle transportation, and the ability/willingness to travel?
- Are you able to commit to working Thursdays through Mondays?
- What interests you in pursuing this opportunity?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20
