CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Advantage Solutions; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short & Long-Term Disability

401(k) plan

Generous paid time off

Set schedule Tue-Sat 8:30AM–5:30PM

Work-life balance

Job summary

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is seeking an Event Manager to recruit, hire and supervise in-store Product Demonstrators and oversee training, presentation and customer service. You will coordinate with warehouse managers, vendors and demonstrators and participate in grand openings at new locations.

CDS offers set schedules and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 2–4 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.
• Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

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 customer service.
• Communicate between multiple managers, vendors and demonstrators.
• Participate in new location grand openings as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training staff

Coaching

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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