CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

your adv; Woodbury (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Disability insurance

401(K) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Demonstration Services (CDS) is seeking an Event Manager responsible for recruiting, hiring and supervising in-store Product Demonstrators. You will oversee product preparation, training and provide excellent service to Club members, coordinating with warehouse managers, vendors and demonstrators, including participation in grand openings.

The role offers a set Tuesday–Saturday schedule (8:30AM–5:30PM, may vary), full-time benefits (medical, dental, vision, life), disability coverage, a 401(K)

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent is required.
• 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.
• Able to coach and counsel employees and take appropriate measures as needed.
• Flexibility and ability 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 excellent customer services.
• Communicate between multiple managers, vendors and demonstrators.
• Participate in new location grand openings as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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 Disability401(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