Advantage Solutions
CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration
Advantage Solutions, Flemington, New Jersey, us, 08822
Overview
CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration
Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is in need of an Event Manager responsible for the recruitment, hiring and supervision of in-store Product Demonstrators. You will oversee product preparation and presentation, training and provide superb service to all Club members. This position requires strong communication between warehouse managers, vendors and in-store Product Demonstrators including participation in new location grand openings.
CDS is the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco. We offer the best person-to-person marketing services in the industry, driving sales for our customers and Costco.
The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
What We Offer:
Set schedule of Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30AM - 5:30PM (may vary based on needs)
Work-life balance!
Full Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
Short and Long-Term Disability
401(K) plan
Generous paid time off
Responsibilities
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.
Support the maintenance and ongoing development of corporate governance framework, policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the District Manager to evaluate event performance metrics and adjust as necessary.
Achieve defined revenue and net income objectives through sales activation, strategy and expense management.
Optimize customer satisfaction/loyalty through improved operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Level: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree preferred).
3-5 years of experience in a client-side, branded consumer-packaged goods environment, or a combination of supplier-side and client-side experience.
NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory, coaching and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead well-performing teams and exercise independent judgement.
Flexible and adaptable to changes in projects or business environment.
Basic computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
Environmental & Physical Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job in an office, field, retail store, or warehouse environment. Requires physical activity, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and travel as needed. Ability to work in cold environments may be required.
Additional Information The Company reserves the right to alter job responsibilities as needed. Reasonable accommodations are provided to enable applicants or employees to perform essential functions as required by law.
Qualifications – Other The Company is an equal opportunity employer. The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills. All employment practices are conducted without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected status.
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Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is in need of an Event Manager responsible for the recruitment, hiring and supervision of in-store Product Demonstrators. You will oversee product preparation and presentation, training and provide superb service to all Club members. This position requires strong communication between warehouse managers, vendors and in-store Product Demonstrators including participation in new location grand openings.
CDS is the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco. We offer the best person-to-person marketing services in the industry, driving sales for our customers and Costco.
The Company is one of North America's leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
What We Offer:
Set schedule of Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30AM - 5:30PM (may vary based on needs)
Work-life balance!
Full Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
Short and Long-Term Disability
401(K) plan
Generous paid time off
Responsibilities
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.
Support the maintenance and ongoing development of corporate governance framework, policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the District Manager to evaluate event performance metrics and adjust as necessary.
Achieve defined revenue and net income objectives through sales activation, strategy and expense management.
Optimize customer satisfaction/loyalty through improved operations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Level: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree preferred).
3-5 years of experience in a client-side, branded consumer-packaged goods environment, or a combination of supplier-side and client-side experience.
NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize with minimal supervision, and meet deadlines.
Strong supervisory, coaching and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead well-performing teams and exercise independent judgement.
Flexible and adaptable to changes in projects or business environment.
Basic computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
Environmental & Physical Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job in an office, field, retail store, or warehouse environment. Requires physical activity, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and travel as needed. Ability to work in cold environments may be required.
Additional Information The Company reserves the right to alter job responsibilities as needed. Reasonable accommodations are provided to enable applicants or employees to perform essential functions as required by law.
Qualifications – Other The Company is an equal opportunity employer. The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills. All employment practices are conducted without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected status.
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