CDS Full Time Event Manager - Product Demonstration

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) is a prominent marketing agency specializing in in-store product demonstrations, primarily serving as the preferred in-house event marketing provider to Costco. The company has built a strong reputation in person-to-person marketing, excelling in driving sales for both their customers and Costco through interactive and engaging product presentations. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovative marketing strategies, CDS positions itself as an industry leader in event marketing by offering hands-on product experience and fostering brand-consumer connections across a wide array of consumer packaged goods and food products. The Event Manager role at CDS is a full-time position that requires outstanding organizational, leadership, and communication skills to effectively manage all aspects of product demonstrations within Costco stores. This role is crucial in ensuring successful recruitment, hiring, and ongoing supervision of part-time Product Demonstrators. The Event Manager will oversee product preparation and presentation, including adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, and provide comprehensive training to the demonstration staff to ensure excellent customer service. This role also demands constant communication and coordination with warehouse managers, vendors, and demonstrators, particularly when participating in grand openings of new Costco locations. Working Tuesday through Saturday on a set schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, this position offers a healthy work-life balance alongside a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off. CDS is dedicated to creating a collaborative and motivated work environment where employees can thrive while contributing directly to Costco's in-store sales success. The Event Manager's responsibilities include directing all promotional events and sales activities related to vendor products, implementing effective sales tactics and operational strategies, supporting corporate governance initiatives, and collaborating closely with district management to analyze performance data and optimize outcomes. This role involves meeting specific revenue and profit targets through strategic sales activation and expense management, as well as enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty by improving operational effectiveness. As a supervisory role, the Event Manager has direct reports who they hire, train, guide, and develop following company protocols and available resources. It requires a high level of independent judgment, a strong leadership presence, and flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced retail environment. The ideal candidate possesses a blend of retail, hospitality, or food industry experience and an educational background aligned with marketing, business administration, or related fields. Additionally, certification such as the NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification is required to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The physical demands of this position may involve standing for prolonged periods, lifting and pushing products up to 50 pounds, working in refrigerated or freezer sections, and adhering to safety practices while handling or preparing demonstration products. The job may also require travel and driving as part of event coordination duties. Overall, the CDS Event Manager role is ideal for an energetic, detail-oriented professional passionate about event marketing, team leadership, and delivering excellent in-store customer experiences that drive measurable sales results.

• High school education or equivalent
• two to four years 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 judgment
• able to coach and counsel employees
• flexibility and ability to work in fast paced environment