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CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

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Base pay range $51,000.00/yr - $63,500.00/yr

Company and Role Club Demo Services 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 person-to-person marketing services that drive 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.

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 event performance metrics (execution rates, sales, labor hours, 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 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 The following are the minimum job-related qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job

Education Level: (Required): Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

(Preferred): Bachelor's Degree Or equivalent experience

Field of Study/Area of Experience: Degree Program/Major (e.g. 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 & Prioritize with minimal supervision, in order to Meet Deadlines

Supervising Skills, to include Delegating Responsibility, Training, & Evaluating Performance

Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills

Flexible & Adaptable, able to change & Alter According to changes in Projects or Business Environment

Track Record of Building & Maintaining Customer/Client Relationships

Ability to Direct, Lead, & Develop People

Basic Computer Skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, & web browsers

NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required

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

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service

Industries: Manufacturing

Location: Indian Land, SC

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