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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Advantage Solutions, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933

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Overview

CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration Locations: US-NJ-Princeton | US-NJ-Trenton | US-NJ-New Brunswick | US-NJ-Flemington | US-PA-Levittown Primary Posting Location: Princeton, NJ 08540, United States Requisition ID: 2025-436068 Position Type: Full Time Category: Product and Event Demonstrations Salary: USD $51,000.00/Yr. – USD $63,500.00/Yr. Summary

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. 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. 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 needs. Flexibility and ability to work in a fast paced environment. Job Will Remain Open Until Filled Responsibilities (Expanded)

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. Qualifications (Expanded)

Education Level: Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred). Field of Study/Area of Experience: Marketing, Business Administration or related field. 3-5 years of experience in a client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods company; or a combination of supplier-side and client-side experience. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Ability to work independently and prioritize with minimal supervision to meet deadlines; Supervising skills; Excellent written and verbal communication; Flexible and adaptable; Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships; Ability to direct, lead and develop people; Basic computer skills; NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required. Environmental & Physical Requirements: Office, field, retail store or warehouse environment; ability to lift up to 50 pounds; long periods of standing; travel may be required. Equal Employment Opportunity: The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other category protected by law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law. Important Information

The statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities at any time.

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