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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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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 leading in-house event marketing provider specializing in product demonstrations and live marketing experiences, primarily serving Costco, one of the world’s largest membership warehouse clubs. CDS is renowned for delivering exceptional person-to-person marketing services that significantly drive sales and enhance customer engagement for both Costco and its vendors. With a strong commitment to quality, professional development, and client satisfaction, CDS maintains a reputation for excellence in the retail marketing industry. The company focuses on creating memorable and effective product demonstrations that help build brand awareness and customer loyalty through direct interaction and education.\n\nThe Event Manager role at CDS is a full-time position that plays a pivotal role in the success of these live marketing efforts. The Event Manager is responsible for recruiting, hiring, and supervising in-store Product Demonstrators, ensuring that each representative is well-prepared and embodies the high standards synonymous with CDS and Costco. This position involves overseeing all aspects of product preparation and presentation with special attention to food safety and sanitation when applicable. In addition to managing the team of demonstrators, the Event Manager coordinates with warehouse managers and vendors to ensure smooth execution of product demos and participates actively in new location grand openings, representing CDS and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. \n\nThis role requires excellent communication skills, leadership ability, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced retail environment. CDS offers a structured work schedule, typically Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with some variation based on operational needs. Employees in this role benefit from full-time advantages, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability, a 401(k) retirement plan, and generous paid time off. For those seeking a dynamic position that combines team leadership, customer service excellence, and event coordination within a respected company, the CDS Event Manager role presents an excellent career opportunity to grow and excel.

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 needed
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • 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 needed
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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