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Kiva Confections

Brand Ambassador

️ Marketing

As a Brand Ambassador (BA) you will be the face of the brand at various events in the field and in store with key retail partners. You will build relationships with key strategic partners, provide sampling and product demonstrations to consumers and engage budtenders (BT) by way of education and sampling on KIVA products. In this role, you will largely be responsible for encouraging growth of brand awareness and trial.

This is the job for you, if…

  • You have a background in customer service and strong communication skills
  • You have an energetic and entrepreneurial spirit
  • You’re a down to earth, fun and have a “work hard, play hard” mentality
  • You’re organized and highly responsive- able to maintain communication on all channels (email, text, Slack, etc.)
  • You have a deep understanding of what it takes to execute a successful event
  • You’re Adaptable with the ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively prioritize business needs
  • You’re naturally outgoing and internally motivated in your personal and professional efforts
  • You’re a relationship builder, excited by the opportunity to partner with our consumers and retail partners
  • You’re a goal-oriented self-starter and able to take the initiative to achieve/exceed goals
  • You’re genuine in your desire to educate and inform consumers on KIVA products
  • You’re willing to regularly work early mornings, evenings, and weekends based on company needs.
  • You’re able to maintain a complex, flexible schedule
  • You’re passionate about cannabis and cannabis education
  • As a Kiva Brand Ambassador, you’ll be responsible for…

    Retail Activations:

  • Represent all KIVA product lines across the entire portfolio
  • Conduct in–store demos, as assigned by Trade Marketing manager and Territory Manager (Sales Reps designated to specific geographies in the region)
  • Create a unique customer experience within a modular footprint to increase brand awareness and build customer loyalty
  • Communicate facts regarding proper dosing, nutrition and key functions and benefits of cannabis, as well as how it relates to the Kiva products
  • Provide non-infused samples and gift branded swag to interested consumers
  • Track all activity and consumer insights/feedback through digital recaps
  • Be the eyes and ears of KIVA from the field, reporting observations regarding retail accounts as well as competitor activity
  • Communicate success stories, key learnings, and other activities to your Trade Marketing Manager
  • Marketing Events:

  • Support Trade Marketing events (outside of retail environment) relevant to the brand and to the region (i.e. local festivals)
  • Participate in execution of virgin-sampling initiatives, reaching consumers where they live and play
  • Building & Maintaining Relationships:
  • Create harmonious relationships with our retail partners and their staff to cultivate a strong affinity for the Kiva brand
  • Budtender/Staff Training's: Conduct retail staff training's (within accounts) on the Kiva brand portfolio.

    What we’re looking for…

  • Must have 2 years of relevant experience in events, promotions, media or consumer products marketing
  • Must have minimum of 2 years work experience in a customer service setting
  • Must be 21+ years of age
  • The ability and willingness to transport KIVA supplies in personal vehicle when needed
  • The ability to positively engage the public, representing the brand in a highly positive manner
  • An understanding of both marketing & sales fundamentals
  • Sales experience and/or knowledge of the cannabis industry or CPG industry
  • A deep-rooted understanding of the relevant market and surrounding area
  • Mastered the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
  • Access to a computer for reporting sampling results and are well versed in Google systems
  • Access to a personal smart phone for schedule updates, photo capturing, and emails
  • The ability to lift heavy items including tents, tables, and boxes up to 50 lbs.
  • The ability to be in contact with and handle food products