Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,304.00 - $84,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Paid training
Job Description
Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a premier sales and marketing agency that has served as the in-house product sampling company for Costco Wholesale for over 25 years. CDS is known for delivering high-quality product demonstrations and marketing services that help Costco members make informed shopping decisions. The company’s expertise lies in creating engaging special event programs, primarily within Costco stores, that effectively showcase products through live demonstrations. This has become a hallmark of Costco's shopping experience, famed for its free samples that not only boost sales but also strengthen vendor-retailer-consumer relationships. CDS prides itself on its friendly, professional, and talented team dedicated to excellence in service and client satisfaction.
The CDS Account Manager role is a key position focused on selling, developing, and managing special event programs for clients whose products are sold inside Costco. This full-time position involves close collaboration with the Director of Sales to develop and monitor the strategic marketing plans for these special events. The Account Manager is responsible for directing and championing the logistics of each event from conception through execution, ensuring smooth coordination between Costco buyers, the internal sales team, and external vendors. The role demands an individual who can not only manage daily scheduling and operational details but also identify new opportunities to enhance business growth and client success. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills are essential to effectively liaise across diverse stakeholders and present at executive levels.
CDS offers an inclusive employment environment with competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage after just 30 days, short and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, generous paid time off, and ongoing professional development including paid training and certifications. The company values a culture of excellence, teamwork, and customer focus, making it an attractive workplace for professionals eager to grow their careers in sales and marketing within retail environments. The Account Manager position does not directly supervise staff but plays a pivotal role in supporting cross-functional teams to achieve program goals.
Working at CDS means joining a dynamic team within one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services for a diverse range of consumer packaged goods. The company services multiple trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers, bridging the gap between manufacturers and retailers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of program management, event execution, client relations, and strategic business development within a fast-paced, evolving retail landscape. Candidates can expect a challenging yet rewarding role where their skills in sales execution, event logistics, and relationship building will directly impact the success of the clients and the company.
The CDS Account Manager role is a key position focused on selling, developing, and managing special event programs for clients whose products are sold inside Costco. This full-time position involves close collaboration with the Director of Sales to develop and monitor the strategic marketing plans for these special events. The Account Manager is responsible for directing and championing the logistics of each event from conception through execution, ensuring smooth coordination between Costco buyers, the internal sales team, and external vendors. The role demands an individual who can not only manage daily scheduling and operational details but also identify new opportunities to enhance business growth and client success. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills are essential to effectively liaise across diverse stakeholders and present at executive levels.
CDS offers an inclusive employment environment with competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage after just 30 days, short and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, generous paid time off, and ongoing professional development including paid training and certifications. The company values a culture of excellence, teamwork, and customer focus, making it an attractive workplace for professionals eager to grow their careers in sales and marketing within retail environments. The Account Manager position does not directly supervise staff but plays a pivotal role in supporting cross-functional teams to achieve program goals.
Working at CDS means joining a dynamic team within one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services for a diverse range of consumer packaged goods. The company services multiple trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers, bridging the gap between manufacturers and retailers. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of program management, event execution, client relations, and strategic business development within a fast-paced, evolving retail landscape. Candidates can expect a challenging yet rewarding role where their skills in sales execution, event logistics, and relationship building will directly impact the success of the clients and the company.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- minimum five years of experience in sales and event logistics
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- good interpersonal skills
- research and analysing skills
- team building skills
- ability to exercise sound judgement
- well organized, detail oriented and able to handle fast paced work environment
- basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook and web browsers
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts degree in business, management, communication or related field required
- must have five years of experience in sales developing new business while executing the logistics of events
- ability and disciplined in handling confidential information with a sense of urgency
- working knowledge of marketing skills is an asset
- very strong leadership, relationship building, customer focus and project management skills
- highly proficient user of Microsoft Office including PowerPoint and Excel
- exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task across multiple projects and customers
- excellent oral, written and presentation skills with the capability to present to the top executive levels of any organization
Job Duties
- Lead the daily scheduling of demo events across assigned Costco departments
- partner with key Costco buying contacts to develop demo programs and drive sales including buyer, assistant buyer, inventory control specialists
- work with external vendors to develop demo programs and continuously monitor program execution, performance and objectives
- provide relevant recaps of each program or event
- manage communication, process, policies and procedures with Costco and vendor partners
- collaborate with Country Manager to create necessary reports on events
- partner with Operations on changes and client requests in accordance to business standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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