Field Marketing Representative – Massachussets

About the job:
Full-time
Job Summary

As a Field Marketing Representative (FMR) for the state of Massachusetts, 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, engage budtenders (BT) by way of education and sampling on KIVA products as well as attending marketing events.. In this role, you will largely be responsible for encouraging growth of brand awareness and trial. You will report to the Trade Marketing Manager in your state. This role is slated to start in early October.

MUST reside in Massachusetts!

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 – Kansas City, MIssouri, 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
Must have reliable transportation
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
Please note, we consider a number of factors such as internal pay parity, relevant experience/skills, geographic location, etc.