CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a premier event marketing and sales agency specializing in providing top-tier person-to-person marketing services for retail giants such as Costco. As the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco, CDS excels in driving sales, enhancing customer engagement, and delivering exceptional product demonstrations that contribute to superior club member experiences. The company operates within North America and is renowned for bridging the gap between manufacturers and retailers, ensuring consumers have access to the best products available across various trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers.

CDS is currently seeking a Full-Time Event Manager focused on Product Demonstration to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of in-store Product Demonstrators. The Event Manager will play a critical role in overseeing product preparation and presentation, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitary standards, and delivering outstanding customer service to all Costco club members. Strong communication skills are essential in this role, as the Event Manager will serve as a vital link among warehouse managers, vendors, and demonstrators. This position also involves active participation in grand opening events for new store locations, providing strategic oversight to guarantee the successful execution of promotional activities.

The Full-Time position offers a structured work schedule from Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility depending on operational needs. CDS supports its employees with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off, underscoring the company’s commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.

The Event Manager will also be responsible for directing all activities involved in the promotion and sales of vendor products, articulating strategies to meet sales and service goals. Collaboration with District Managers is vital to assess key performance metrics such as event execution, sales performance, labor hours, and operational costs, enabling continuous process improvements. This role demands a proactive leader with the ability to independently make informed decisions, coach and develop staff, and foster a high-performing team environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and possession of a NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification are required to ensure smooth operations and compliance with industry standards.

In addition to these responsibilities, the role requires physical stamina to handle extended periods of standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working under diverse environmental conditions including refrigerated settings. Travel and driving are also requirements to support various store locations and event sites. The Event Manager plays a strategic and operational role that significantly impacts CDS’s ability to deliver outstanding event marketing services while supporting customer loyalty and business growth for both CDS and Costco.