Coffee Sales Advisor - Part TimeLocationMN - EDINAAre you an outgoing coffee enthusiast that would like to share your beverage passion with others? If so, ActionLink wants YOU to be a part of our sales team to experience Nespresso and drive us tocaffeinated success!We are seeking a Part Time CoffeeSales Advisorwho will enjoy demonstrating the latest advancements in brewing technology that elevate the coffee experience. At ActionLink, we believe every customer deserves an exceptional and differentiating experience, which fuels our mission as a premier retail marketing solutions company to connect people with the brands they love and creative technology that enhances their lives.Position OverviewThe Coffee Sales Advisor will represent our client, Nespresso, and their premium line of espresso and coffee machines inside a local housewares retailersuch as Sur La Table, Williams Sonoma, Macy's, and/or Bloomingdale's. You will serve as an in-store expert by consulting with customers and providing live machine demonstrations to highlight all of the reasons why Nespresso brewing products are the best on the market!Nespresso is driven by a core belief that neither quality nor environmental impact should be sacrificed. Through their Positive Cup Campaign, Nespresso continues to embed sustainable initiatives into their business activities, leading with conviction that the coffee sector can be a powerful force for good by reducing waste, accelerating the transition to regenerative agriculture, and building resilient communities and farming livelihoods.As a Nespresso Expert, you will play a pivotal role in showcasing this sustainable business framework and how the brand can tailor to every taste preference and boost customers' morning routines with barista-like experiences at home.The ideal candidate will have an enthusiastic attitude, passion for coffee drinking, and be driven to transform ordinary shoppers into brand enthusiasts by highlighting Nespresso's engineering craft incombining technology, quality, and design to deliver the perfect cup of coffee.Join us as we inspire customers to Taste the Difference!Schedule
8-12 hours per weekend
Open availability Saturdays and Sundays (Fridays, if needed)
What We Offer
$21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Paid online & in-store training sessions to certify you on Nespresso product knowledge
W2 employment with biweekly pay schedule & direct deposit
401(k) option with employer match
Paid time off
Duties
Exude enthusiasm and passion for the Nespresso brand at all times
Provide customers with the full Nespresso experience that includes coffee tastings, engaging machine demonstrations, and recommending product solutions that cater to customers' specific flavor preferences
Increase product sales and machine registrations through best-in-class demos, knowledge of products, and coffee expertise
End demo speeches using positive sales closing techniques and conveying Nespresso's sustainability and recycling credentials
Train store associates to communicate Nespresso information with confidence
Operate the Nespresso Trade Mobile Application to register machine purchases and coffee orders (all reps are issued an iPad for business use only)
Maintain tasting table/demo area in accordance with proper hygiene requirements and visual standards
Ensure demo machines are clean and functional
Establish positive professional connections with store leaders and associates
Participate in required program training sessions and team conference calls
Complete surveys with feedback and pictures after each shift
Qualifications
Retail, sales, or training related experience
Enthusiast of coffee related beverages
Previous food demonstration experience a plus!
Engaging attitude with superior interpersonal skills
Comfortable presenting to individuals and groups
Physical Requirements
Must adhere to professional appearance standards
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. without assistance
Access to a smart device with data plan
Access to reliable transportation
Equal Opportunity Employer
