Brand Ambassador

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - JTRET - IL - Naperville Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring full-time Brand Ambassadors! Do you light up a room, love meeting new people, and thrive in social environments? We're looking for energetic, outgoing Brand Ambassadors to represent a nationally recognized premium tobacco brand at retail locations throughout your territory. In this highly interactive role, you'll engage adult consumers through one-on-one conversations, introduce brand offerings, gather consumer feedback, and distribute promotional offers. Every shift is an opportunity to create memorable brand experiences while building your communication and customer engagement skills. If you've worked in promotions, events, hospitality, retail sales, customer service, fitness, entertainment, or any role where your personality is your superpower, this could be the perfect fit. No tobacco industry experience required, just a great personality, confidence in engaging with people, and a passion for creating exceptional customer experiences. Pay: $25 per hour Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday Location: Daily travel within the territory Required: Must be at least 21 years of age, have reliable transportation, and a valid driver's license What We Offer Receive weekly pay Mileage + paid travel time Next-day pay on demand with DailyPay Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits Eligible for 401k with company matching Paid time off Scholarship opportunities Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Paid Holidays We're Looking for Brand Ambassadors Who Are: Outgoing, energetic, and charismatic, with a natural ability to connect with people Confident communicators who enjoy starting conversations and building rapport Professional, reliable, and comfortable representing a premium brand Adaptable and self-motivated, able to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment Detail-oriented and committed to following compliance requirements Passionate about creating memorable customer experiences and driving engagement Job Description Key Responsibilities Conduct scheduled retail activations within an assigned geographic territory Engage adult tobacco consumers in meaningful, compliant conversations about tobacco products Verify age eligibility and ensure all interactions comply with company policies, local regulations, and program guidelines Administer consumer surveys and accurately collect market feedback and insights Distribute approved promotional materials and consumer offers, including coupons and incentives Educate consumers on available promotions Encourage purchase consideration through consultative consumer engagement Build positive relationships with retail personnel and store management Accurately document activity results, consumer interactions, and survey completion through designated reporting systems Maintain all program materials, displays, and activation assets in a professional manner Travel throughout the assigned territory to support scheduled retail visits and events Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience in brand ambassador, retail sales, customer service, hospitality, event marketing, or promotional marketing roles preferred Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills Strong presentation and relationship-building abilities Comfortable approaching and engaging consumers in a retail environment Professional appearance and demeanor Self-motivated with the ability to work independently Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to utilize mobile applications and reporting tools Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license Ability to stand for extended periods and remain active throughout scheduled events Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds Success Factors Create memorable and positive consumer experiences Build trust and credibility with adult consumers Achieve activation and survey completion goals Accurately represent brand messaging and promotional offers Maintain exceptional compliance standards Deliver reliable reporting and execution across every retail visit Work Environment This position requires regular travel throughout an assigned territory and frequent work within convenience store and retail environments. Brand Ambassadors typically spend approximately four hours per retail activation interacting directly with adult consumers, collecting feedback, and promoting brand awareness and product consideration. What You Can Expect From 2020 Companies We welcome every voice, and we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed, they are celebrated. We are always identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves, while working to provide a best-in-class experience for our employees. Whether that’s paid holidays, long-term career pathing options, personal development opportunities or professional stretch assignments, you can expect 2020 Companies to support you. 2020’s Commitment We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity. WHO WE ARE 2020 Companies is one of the premier outsourced sales and marketing agencies in the United States. Over the past 31 years, our success has resulted from our relentless passion for elevating consumers, team members, and clients. WHAT WE DO Whether launching new products, penetrating new consumer segments, or executing sales and marketing strategies, we can help you reach your business goals. 2020 Companies identifies the opportunities in every challenge and works side-by-side with brands to guarantee success. Each year we deliver over 25 million in-person impressions, and we generate nearly $10 billion in client revenue. Our initiatives deliver a better return on investment for clients and retailers alike. WHERE WE DO IT We train our staff to succeed in any environment and every situation. We equip them with the experience and flexibility to help build brands and exceed goals. From the top of the Fortune 500 to smaller companies ready to expand their market share, 2020 Companies partners with clients of all sizes. HOW DO WE DO IT To guarantee the best team, we recruit, train, and deploy people who meet the exact needs of our clients’ businesses. Teamwork is the foundation of our AMPLIFY training program. We train team members to build relationships with each other, retailers, and consumers. Our blended learning environment inspires team members to be flexible, engaging, and adept at solving problems. We have never missed a launch. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM 2020 COMPANIES – duplicate We welcome every voice, and we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed; they are celebrated. We are continually identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves while working to provide a best-in-class experience for our employees. Whether that’s paid holidays, long-term career pathing options, personal development opportunities, or professional stretch assignments, you can expect 2020 Companies to support you. 2020 COMPANIES’ COMMITMENT We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr