CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a premier event marketing company specializing in providing high-impact, person-to-person marketing services, primarily serving Costco Wholesale locations. Established as the preferred in-house marketing provider to Costco, CDS thrives on delivering exceptional product demonstration services that directly contribute to driving sales and enhancing customer engagement. CDS operates with a strong focus on professionalism, quality, and impactful marketing strategies that connect consumers with top-tier products across North America. The company prides itself on creating memorable in-store experiences through skilled Product Demonstrators who engage shoppers and elevate brand visibility in a competitive retail environment.

The Event Manager role at CDS is a full-time, dynamic position centered around overseeing the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of in-store Product Demonstrators. This role requires a proactive leader with exceptional communication and organization skills to manage daily operations within a fast-paced retail setting effectively. The Event Manager is responsible for coordinating product preparation and presentation, ensuring food safety and sanitation standards are met, and delivering exemplary customer service to all club members. This position serves as the critical communication link between warehouse managers, vendors, and Product Demonstrators, guaranteeing seamless execution of marketing events and product demonstrations.

Working as an Event Manager at CDS offers an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about retail marketing and sales promotions to grow their careers. The role involves working closely with various stakeholders to maximize sales activation and operational excellence while maintaining high customer satisfaction and loyalty. The position includes key participation in important events such as grand openings for new store locations, which requires adaptability and strong leadership to meet and exceed business objectives.

CDS provides a structured work schedule, typically from Tuesday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, promoting work-life balance for its employees. Candidates hired into this role can expect comprehensive full-time benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. These benefits emphasize CDS's commitment to supporting the well-being and growth of its team members while fostering a positive and engaging work environment.

The role demands a detailed-oriented individual with proven leadership capabilities and a commitment to operational excellence. The Event Manager must be skilled in coaching and counseling employees, ensuring compliance with company policies, and exercising good judgment to make timely and effective decisions. The position requires both strategic thinking and hands-on involvement, from managing event activities to analyzing and optimizing performance metrics, such as sales results, labor hours, and operational costs.

In summary, the Event Manager at CDS plays an essential role in maintaining the company’s reputation as an industry leader in event marketing services. With a focus on driving sales and enhancing customer experiences, this position is vital to the ongoing success and expansion of CDS in partnership with major retail clients. Driven individuals who thrive in a collaborative and results-oriented environment will find this role rewarding and full of professional growth potential.