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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Joliet, IL, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $51,000.00 - $63,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a premier event marketing company specializing in providing in-store product demonstration services, primarily for Costco. As a respected in-house event marketing provider, CDS is known for delivering exceptional person-to-person marketing solutions that drive product sales and enhance customer experience. The company specializes in managing promotional events, sales activations, and product merchandising for a wide range of consumer packaged goods across North America. CDS is recognized for its commitment to excellence, strong client relationships, and its ability to bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, granting consumers access to top-quality products in grocery, mass merchandise, specialty,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school education or equivalent
  • Two to four years of related experience in retail, hospitality, or food environments
  • Detail oriented with excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Proven ability to lead well performing teams
  • Ability to exercise independent judgement
  • Able to coach and counsel employees, take correct measures as needs
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company or combination of supplier-side and client-side experience
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal supervision
  • Supervising skills, including delegating responsibility, training, and evaluating performance
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexible and adaptable to changes in projects or business environment
  • Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
  • Ability to direct, lead, and develop people
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, and web browsers
  • NEHA professional food handler certification required

Job Duties

  • Recruit, train and hire part-time staff
  • Oversee product preparation and presentation, including food safety and sanitation
  • Train Product Demonstrators in demonstration preparation and excellent customer services
  • Communicate between multiple managers, vendors and demonstrators
  • Participate in new location grand openings as required
  • Direct all activities engaged in successful events, promotion and sales of vendor products
  • Communicate strategies and tactics to achieve sales, service and operational excellence

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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