CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
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 premier sales and marketing agency specializing in outsourced services tailored to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. Established as one of North America's leading agencies in the sector, CDS boasts a comprehensive portfolio that spans various retail channels including grocery stores, mass merchandising outlets, specialty shops, convenience stores, drug stores, dollar outlets, clubs, hardware stores, consumer electronics shops, and home centers. With a commitment to excellence, CDS bridges the gap between manufacturers and retailers, ensuring consumers have access to the highest quality products currently available in the market. Known... 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, 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 or equivalent experience preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in a client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company or 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/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 service
- 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
- collaborate with the District Manager to evaluate various event performance metrics
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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