Advantage Solutions
CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration
Advantage Solutions, Sparks, Nevada, United States, 89494
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!
Job Details
Location:
US-NV-Reno | US-NV-Sparks | US-NV-Carson City
Primary Posting Location:
Reno, NV 39508, US
Requisition ID:
2025-436987
Position Type:
Full Time
Category:
Product and Event Demonstrations
Minimum:
USD $51,000.00/Yr.
Maximum:
USD $63,500.00/Yr.
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
Company Overview & Responsibilities 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.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
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 various event performance metrics, including execution rates, sales performance, labor hours and operational costs and make adjustments as necessary
Achieve defined revenue and net income objectives through sales activation, strategy and expense management
Optimize customer satisfaction/loyalty through improved operations
Supervisory & Qualifications Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports – Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops 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 Level: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree preferred)
Field of Study/Experience: 3-5 years in client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods or related mix
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to Work Independently & Prioritize with minimal supervision
Supervising Skills, including Delegating, Training, Evaluating Performance
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
Flexible & Adaptable to changes in projects or business environment
Track record of building & maintaining customer relationships
Ability to direct, lead and develop people
Basic computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, web)
NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required
Environmental & Physical Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform essential functions in office, field, retail store, or warehouse environments. May require spending 66%+ of the day on physical activities, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, working in cold environments, and travel. Safety practices must be observed.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Information The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities as needed and to provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.
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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!
Job Details
Location:
US-NV-Reno | US-NV-Sparks | US-NV-Carson City
Primary Posting Location:
Reno, NV 39508, US
Requisition ID:
2025-436987
Position Type:
Full Time
Category:
Product and Event Demonstrations
Minimum:
USD $51,000.00/Yr.
Maximum:
USD $63,500.00/Yr.
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
Company Overview & Responsibilities 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.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
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 various event performance metrics, including execution rates, sales performance, labor hours and operational costs and make adjustments as necessary
Achieve defined revenue and net income objectives through sales activation, strategy and expense management
Optimize customer satisfaction/loyalty through improved operations
Supervisory & Qualifications Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports – Hires, retains, trains, coaches, guides, directs, and develops 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 Level: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience (Bachelor's Degree preferred)
Field of Study/Experience: 3-5 years in client-side, branded, consumer-packaged goods or related mix
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to Work Independently & Prioritize with minimal supervision
Supervising Skills, including Delegating, Training, Evaluating Performance
Excellent Written & Verbal Communication
Flexible & Adaptable to changes in projects or business environment
Track record of building & maintaining customer relationships
Ability to direct, lead and develop people
Basic computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, web)
NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required
Environmental & Physical Requirements Incumbent must be able to perform essential functions in office, field, retail store, or warehouse environments. May require spending 66%+ of the day on physical activities, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, working in cold environments, and travel. Safety practices must be observed.
Equal Opportunity & Accommodations The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Information The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties or skills. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities as needed and to provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.
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