Taste Ambassador Coordinator

Description AE Dairy is looking for an organized, energetic, and people-focused Taste Ambassador Coordinator to join our Marketing team. This part‑time position plays a key role in coordinating our in‑store sampling program and supporting our team of Taste Ambassadors who represent AE Dairy in grocery stores throughout the region.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Taste Ambassador Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between our Sales team and our in‑store Taste Ambassadors, ensuring sampling events are organized, staffed, and executed successfully.
About Our Taste Ambassador Program Our Taste Ambassadors are AE Dairy team members who bring our products directly to consumers through in‑store sampling events. They are the friendly faces introducing shoppers to new flavors and reminding them why AE Dairy favorites have stood the test of time.
Key Responsibilities Program Coordination Coordinate weekly in-store product sampling events
Communicate store assignments and event details to Taste Ambassadors
Ensure team members have the products, supplies, and information needed
Serve as the primary point of contact between Sales and the Taste Ambassador team
Administrative Support Submit payroll hours for Taste Ambassadors
Maintain tracking spreadsheets and sampling performance reports
Assist with program organization
Coordinate the sampling calendar, including products and retail locations
Ensure proper event coverage and staffing
Support execution of weekend sampling programs
Team Leadership Assist with training, onboarding, and coaching
Foster a positive and professional team environment
Provide ongoing support to team members and retail partners
If you enjoy coordinating and helping create positive consumer experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
Schedule 10–20 hours per week
Required office hours at AE Dairy Headquarters (East University Avenue):
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Some flexibility may be available with hours, but required workdays remain Monday and Thursday.
Additional hours available through participation in sampling events on Saturdays and Sundays at local grocery store locations.
Qualifications Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Comfortable working with multiple team members and retail partners
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic computer applications
Ability to work independently
Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods during sampling events
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Reliable transportation for occasional travel between local grocery store locations
Additional Requirements Must successfully pass a background check
Behaviors Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Motivations Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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