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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Roseville, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,640.00 - $73,100.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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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 event marketing agency specializing in the recruitment, management, and deployment of in-store product demonstrators and promotional events across major retail environments, primarily servicing Costco. As the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco, CDS is recognized for delivering top-tier person-to-person marketing services that effectively drive sales and enhance customer engagement for our clients and Costco alike. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional customer service and fostering strong relationships with warehouse managers, vendors, and demonstrators to ensure seamless product presentations and exemplary consumer experiences.

CDS is seeking a dedicated Full Time Event Manag... 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 corrective measures as needed
  • flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in client-side or supplier-side branded consumer-packaged goods company
  • 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
  • track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships
  • ability to direct, lead, and develop people
  • basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
  • 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 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 District Manager to evaluate event performance metrics and make adjustments

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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