10 Part-Time Brand Ambassadors positions available to cover the following locations.
- Chicago City (From Irving Park on the North, and Madison on the South)
- Chicago North & Northern Cook County Suburbs
- Lake & McHenry Counties
- Kane, Dekalb, & Cook Counties
- DuPage, Kane, & Kendall Counties
- Indianapolis, IN
- Madison, WI
- Milwaukee, WI
- St. Louis, MO
- Kansas City, MO/KS
Responsibilities:
- Commitment of 6-12 hours per week, year-round, based on seasonal demands (minimum requirement of 8 engagements per month, events average 3 hours and occur on nights and weekends)
Conduct product samplings and demos with current Off-Premise Accounts (liquor stores, grocery stores, etc.) - Support Regional Sales Representative with promotional events at current On-Premise Accounts (bars, restaurants, etc.)
- Utilize and maintain all required equipment at Regional Events/Festivals, including setup and breakdown of jockey box and kegs
- Follow all event protocol and submit event recaps to Maplewood Management
- Represent Maplewood in the market in a professional and positive manner
- Provide excellent customer service and extensive knowledge of the Maplewood product catalog in all customer interactions
- Participate in company sales trainings and other Sales Team related tasks as needed
Qualifications
Experience:
- 1+ year in Beverage/Beer Sales, Event Marketing, or Brand Promotion is preferred
- Ability to primarily work evening and weekend hours
- Strong communication skills, with a relationship-building personality and high standards for customer service
- Organized, self-motivated, and has the ability to independently solve problems and manage time effectively
- Comprehensive knowledge of the craft beverage industry and emerging trends
- Ability to lift 35lbs and use dolly to transport/maneuver 170lbs Kegs
- Must have a clean driving record, own a reliable car, and be willing to travel
- Illinois Basset Certification must be completed before start date
- Optional: Server-Certified Cicerone or Certified Cicerone