CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Surprise, AZ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $51,000.00 - $63,500.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a leading sales and marketing agency specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services focused on food products and consumer packaged goods. CDS serves a diverse range of trade channels, including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. As the preferred in-house event marketing provider for Costco, CDS excels in delivering superior person-to-person marketing services that significantly drive sales for both their customers and Costco members alike. The company prides itself on its strong commitment to customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and fostering long-term relationships between manufacturers,... Show More

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 and take correct measures as needed
flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job Qualifications

Associate's degree or equivalent experience
bachelor's degree preferred
3-5 years of experience in client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company or a combination of supplier-side and client-side experience
strong leadership skills
excellent written and verbal communication skills
ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal supervision
supervising skills including delegating responsibility, training and evaluating performance
flexibility and adaptability to changing projects or business environment
track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook and web browsers
NEHA professional food handler certification

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 Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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