Product Specialist

~ The team at Garden of Life has set the industry standard with regard to digestive support supplements. These products were designed to support the gastrointestinal tract in its role of digestion and assimilation. ~

We are interested in building relationships with people to help them transform their lives to attain extraordinary health. By combining the best of nature and science, the Garden of Life brand offers a path to healthy living with premium products that are supported by education and innovation.

At Garden of Life we offer exciting and challenging career opportunities in a dynamic, health-conscious industry. Our mission is to attract, retain and develop high caliber employees, who share the dedication of empowering extraordinary health and the desire to maintain a workplace culture in which all employees feel valued and able to contribute their personal best.

We achieve a uniquely collaborative and supportive work environment through trust, respect and loyalty to each other and with our customers, distributors and suppliers.

Position Overview

The Product Specialist works in conjunction with the Sales Representative to accelerate Garden of Life sales growth and strengthen relationships in assigned key accounts. Responsible for engaging the retail partners and consumers and building the Garden of Life brand reach through product demonstration and education. This position is also responsible for, but not limited to, employee and consumer sampling, brand product education and training, improving merchandising and product placement.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

• Executes product demonstrations in assigned Key Account retail locations 8-10 times per week to drive sales and increase brand awareness.
• Engages and educates retailer and consumers on Garden of Life brand and products; effectively uses merchandising and promotional tools to elevate brand presence.
• Works with the Sales Representative to identify opportunities to increase product sell-in.
• Assists the Sales Representative in maintaining optimal shelf presence for all Garden of Life products.
• Identifies and assists with large community events like Garden Parties.
• Additional relevant duties as required.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years product demonstration and/or retail sales experience
• Industry and product knowledge helpful but not required

Specific or Additional Skills:

• Revenue generating skills 
• Responsible, dependable, self-motivated and engaging; high energy
• Able to manage time effectively and efficiently 
• Exceptional relationship building and customer service skills
• Effective presentation skills
• Proficient computer and Internet search skills 
• Home Office
• Microsoft Office Suite  
• Able to work weekends  

Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc.:

• Industry and product knowledge helpful but not required
• Passion for health and wellness