Field Marketing Representative - Downstate New York

Job Summary

MUST reside in Downstate NEW YORK!!

This job is 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 Field Marketing Representative - Downstate NY, you’ll…

• Represent all KIVA product lines across the entire portfolio 
• Create a unique patient 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 samples and gift branded swag
• 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 manager
Marketing Events:
• Support Trade Marketing events (inside & outside of retail environment) relevant to the brand and to the region (i.e. local festivals)
• Participate in execution of sampling initiatives, reaching patients 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 Trainings:
• Conduct retail staff training (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
• Must meet Kiva’s Motor Vehicle Report requirements
• 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 smartphone for schedule updates, photo capturing, and emails
• Ability to travel independently throughout your territory/state for demonstrations and other events is required
• Ability to lift heavy items including tents, tables, and boxes up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be in contact with and handle food products