Job Details

Overview

CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Location

US-AZ-Prescott

Summary

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!

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 manager, 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 (Company Overview)

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 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: 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: 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, Access, Outlook
• NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification required

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Field / Administrative Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office, field, retail store, or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing activities such as engaging in physical activity, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and possibly working in cold conditions. Travel and driving may be required. Safety practices must be followed when handling products or cooking.

Additional Information

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one's supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed; it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Company reserves the right to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided for known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform essential functions, and enjoy benefits as required by law.

Important Information

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for known disabilities to enable applicants or employees to apply for employment and perform essential functions as required by law.

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