
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $51,000.00 - $63,500.00
Work Schedule
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a reputable and leading event marketing company specializing in in-store product demonstrations and marketing events. As the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco, CDS boasts a strong presence in the retail marketing sector, delivering top-tier person-to-person marketing services designed to drive product sales and enhance the consumer shopping experience. With a commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, CDS continuously supports its vendors and retail partners through dynamic, engaging promotional events and training that maximize product exposure and sales growth. The company values professionalism, operational efficiency, and robust communication channels to ensure seamless collaboration between warehouse managers, vendors, in-store staff, and demonstration teams across various locations. CDS offers a full-time employment opportunity with structured schedules, work-life balance, and competitive benefits packages, making it an attractive employer in the event marketing industry.
The role of Event Manager at CDS is a full-time position responsible for recruiting, hiring, supervising, and training part-time Product Demonstrators who conduct in-store product presentations primarily for Costco members. This managerial role oversees the preparation and presentation of products, ensuring all food safety and sanitation standards are met. The Event Manager also plays a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service, managing communications between warehouse managers, vendors, and demonstrators, and actively participates in grand opening events for new retail locations. The responsibilities are comprehensive, focusing on executing successful product demonstrations that drive sales, maintain operational excellence, and uphold CDS's reputation as an industry leader. The Event Manager is also tasked with monitoring event performance metrics and collaborating with district management to optimize strategies and achieve defined revenue and income objectives. This position requires the ability to lead and develop teams, implement corporate policies, and navigate fast-paced retail environments while maintaining flexibility and professionalism. Overall, joining CDS as an Event Manager offers an exciting avenue for those passionate about marketing, retail operations, and leadership within a prominent sales and marketing agency environment.
The role of Event Manager at CDS is a full-time position responsible for recruiting, hiring, supervising, and training part-time Product Demonstrators who conduct in-store product presentations primarily for Costco members. This managerial role oversees the preparation and presentation of products, ensuring all food safety and sanitation standards are met. The Event Manager also plays a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service, managing communications between warehouse managers, vendors, and demonstrators, and actively participates in grand opening events for new retail locations. The responsibilities are comprehensive, focusing on executing successful product demonstrations that drive sales, maintain operational excellence, and uphold CDS's reputation as an industry leader. The Event Manager is also tasked with monitoring event performance metrics and collaborating with district management to optimize strategies and achieve defined revenue and income objectives. This position requires the ability to lead and develop teams, implement corporate policies, and navigate fast-paced retail environments while maintaining flexibility and professionalism. Overall, joining CDS as an Event Manager offers an exciting avenue for those passionate about marketing, retail operations, and leadership within a prominent sales and marketing agency environment.
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 a client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company or a 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 or 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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