Club Demonstration Services
CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration
Club Demonstration Services, 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. APPLY TODAY! 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. Location
Job Locations: US-NJ-Princeton | US-NJ-Trenton | US-NJ-New Brunswick | US-NJ-Flemington | US-PA-Levittown 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 (Essential Job Duties)
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 Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports: Hire, train, coach, guide, direct, and develop direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources Indirect Reports: This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports Minimum Qualifications
Education: Associate\'s Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor\'s preferred). Field of Study: 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. Ability to Work Independently & Prioritize with minimal supervision, to meet deadlines Supervising Skills: Delegating Responsibility, Training, & Evaluating Performance Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills Flexible & Adaptable to changes in projects or business environment Track Record of Building & Maintaining Customer/Client Relationships Ability to Direct, Lead, & Develop People Basic Computer Skills: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required Environmental & Physical Requirements
Field/Administrative requirements: ability to perform essential functions in office, field, retail store or warehouse settings. Typically requires substantial physical activity, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and travel. May work in refrigerated/freezer conditions. Proper safety practices are essential. Important Information
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to enable applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of the job as required by law.
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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. APPLY TODAY! 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. Location
Job Locations: US-NJ-Princeton | US-NJ-Trenton | US-NJ-New Brunswick | US-NJ-Flemington | US-PA-Levittown 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 (Essential Job Duties)
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 Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports: Hire, train, coach, guide, direct, and develop direct reports using company-wide processes, tools and resources Indirect Reports: This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports Minimum Qualifications
Education: Associate\'s Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor\'s preferred). Field of Study: 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. Ability to Work Independently & Prioritize with minimal supervision, to meet deadlines Supervising Skills: Delegating Responsibility, Training, & Evaluating Performance Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills Flexible & Adaptable to changes in projects or business environment Track Record of Building & Maintaining Customer/Client Relationships Ability to Direct, Lead, & Develop People Basic Computer Skills: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required Environmental & Physical Requirements
Field/Administrative requirements: ability to perform essential functions in office, field, retail store or warehouse settings. Typically requires substantial physical activity, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and travel. May work in refrigerated/freezer conditions. Proper safety practices are essential. Important Information
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to enable applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of the job as required by law.
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