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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Columbia, SC, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $51,000.00 - $63,500.00
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Work Schedule

Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

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

Job Description

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a leading in-house event marketing provider specializing in product demonstrations and event management services, particularly for Costco, one of the world's largest membership warehouse clubs. Established as a trusted partner in the marketing industry, CDS is renowned for delivering exceptional person-to-person marketing solutions that boost product visibility and increase sales performance. The company operates throughout North America, servicing a diverse array of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. By bridging the gap between manufacturers and retailers, CDS ensures consumers access a wide range of... 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 and take corrective measures as needed
  • flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in a client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company or combination of supplier-side and client-side experience
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal supervision
  • supervising skills including delegating responsibility, training, and evaluating performance
  • flexible and adaptable to changing 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 Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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