Brand Ambassador

Are you an outgoing, passionate marketing or business student looking for a hands-on learning experience in the Chicagoland area at one of the most innovative, recognizable brands in Consumer Packaged Goods? Does the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a brand that transcends generations excite you? If so Clearly Canadian may be the right place for you!

About Clearly Canadian

Clearly Canadian is North America’s premium sparkling water alternative. Clearly Canadian led the foundation and growth of the flavored sparkling water category in the 90’s, and continues to be a leader in the category today. Since re-introduced to mass distribution in 2017 through an innovative online Global crowdfunding campaign, Clearly Canadian has proven brand affinity, a massive community of fans, with leading retail performance results in the sparkling water category including top Sales and Share of Category in several markets across North America.

Clearly Canadian is poised to accelerate growth and achieve sales levels that will rank among the top premium sparkling water brands Globally. Clearly Canadian already has significant built-in brand awareness, but is differentiated by the “bold flavor in our nature” by being the only ‘Full Flavored, Sparkling Water Beverage, crafted with Canadian Spring Water and a simple clean ingredients. ‘Canada’, ‘lifestyle’, giving back to our communities, and the embodiment of Canadian values is at the core of the Clearly Canadian brand. Clearly Canadian is sourced from Canadian spring water that has been recognized as best-in-class vs all the international competitors – a key point of difference to the large list of new entries in this growing category. Clearly Canadian is also committed the environment and social causes and as such is only available in Glass or recycled materials.

Additional information can be found by visiting www.clearlycanadian.com or following the company on Facebook or Instagram @ClearlyCanadian

About the Role:

The Brand Ambassador to join an exciting new division at one of the fastest growing brands in the consumer-packaged goods space. This person is an outgoing, passionate person with a willingness to learn new professional skills, gain valuable real-world experience, and contribute to an iconic North American brand. This paid internship will provide the opportunity to create a lasting impact on the food and beverage world in Atlanta, GA and beyond, while simultaneously becoming the face of an extraordinarily recognizable brand that evokes excitement, nostalgia, and joy to its consumers.

Core Responsibilities:

• Responsible for staffing various marketing and sampling events in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding area .
• Work with local grocery retailers to schedule, plan, and execute direct-to-consumer tasting events in high-traffic areas.
• Speak knowledgeably about the Clearly Canadian brand story and present the brand in a positive light to consumers and retail partners.
• In concert with the Customer Marketing & Commercial Insights Manager, identify, and plan opportunities to execute marketing activations events.
• Sales responsibilities to include identifying and selling to new retail accounts, as well as additional promotional or display opportunities to existing retail partners.
• Posses a positive temperament and engaging personality to help bring the Clearly Canadian brand to live and achieve the company's goal of exponentially increasing brand awareness in the Atlanta metro area.
• Understand and clearly deliver Clearly Canadian's unique product offering and sales story to improve distribution and sales velocity in the retail space.

Day-To-Day Expectations

• Forty (40) hour weeks required at an hourly rate of $24.00 per Hour
• Daily Schedule will vary week to week - weekend is a pre-requisite to be considered for the position.
• Selected Candidates will be responsible appropriate use and maintenance of company property including but not limited to:
• Tent(s)
• Cooler(s)
• Activation equipment: cornhole boards, hockey net(s) and stick(s), lawn games, chairs, etc.
• Selected Candidates will frequently be operating branded, company leased vehicle(s) for transportation to and from events.
• Candidates may be asked to provide their own transportation if the company vehicle(s) are not available on a particular day.
• On-Shift expectations include:
• Performing sampling events at major retail partners in Atlanta and surrounding suburban cities/towns.
• Performing in-store merchandising work across a dictated route of accounts as assigned by the Customer Activation Manager.
• "Selling - in" primary, secondary and tertiary display opportunities at key retail accounts across Atlanta and surrounding suburban cities/towns.
• Informing retail partners and consumers about Clearly Canadian's brand, values, and unique product offering.
• Sampling and leading large-scale marketing events in the Atlanta area including but not limited to:
• Music Festivals
• Street Festivals
• High-Traffic, public areas
• In concert with the Customer Activation Manager, collect, analyze and report on results, learnings & insights of events and sampling programs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21+ years of age at the time of hiring.
• Must reside permanently in Atlanta, GA or surrounding suburbs for the duration of the program (February 2024 – October 2024).
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 10 - 20 pounds comfortably
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Available for flexible work hours - nights and weekends during the summer months will be mandatory.
• Outgoing, extroverted personality with ability to quickly develop relationships and engage with retailers, consumers, and route to market partners.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and present ideas & solutions in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• 1+ years of experience in the retail or service industry preferred.
• Interest and desire to learn about consumer-packaged goods and retail sector.

Additional Information

Pay Rate: $24.00/hour

This is a full-time position, requiring 40 hours per week.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person