CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a leading event marketing company specializing in in-store product demonstrations and promotional events. CDS is recognized as the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco, delivering top-notch person-to-person marketing services that drive sales and enhance customer engagement. With a dedicated commitment to excellence and a strong partnership with Costco, CDS has built a reputation for helping manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods reach customers effectively within various retail environments, including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. The company focuses on bridging the gap between manufacturers and retailers, ensuring consumers have access to the best products available in the marketplace today. CDS offers a full-time opportunity as an Event Manager, a pivotal role that involves overseeing the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of in-store Product Demonstrators responsible for showcasing products to club members. This role requires excellent communication and coordination with warehouse managers, vendors, and the demonstration team to ensure smooth product preparation, training, and presentation. The Event Manager plays a key part in ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines, participating in grand openings of new locations, and maintaining superior service standards that enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales results. This position includes a set schedule from Tuesday through Saturday, typically from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with flexibility depending on business needs. CDS supports work-life balance and offers full-time employment benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) plans, and generous paid time off.

The Event Manager role demands strong leadership and communication skills, attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with two to four years of relevant experience in retail, hospitality, or food-related environments preferred. The successful candidate must be able to exercise independent judgment, coach and counsel employees effectively, and adapt quickly to dynamic operational demands. The job involves significant physical activity, including lifting, standing for extended periods, product handling, and travel. Professional certifications such as NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification are also required to comply with food safety standards. This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative environment alongside district management to analyze event performance metrics, optimize operations, and achieve revenue and net income objectives. The company culture emphasizes equal employment opportunity, reasonable accommodation for disabilities, and ongoing development to ensure employees can perform essential job functions successfully.