Sampling Tour Event Manager
Event Schedule
Applicants must be available for all four events.
August 7 – Store #460 Salmon Creek
800 NE Tenney Rd, Vancouver, WA
August 14 – Store #220 Newberg
3300 E Portland Rd, Newberg, OR 97132
September 25 – Store #153 Johnson Creek
8955 SE 82nd Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086
November 6 – Store #661 Sunset
7355 NE Imbrie Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97124
Position Overview
We're seeking an energetic, reliable Event Manager to lead a popular CPG brand sampling tour. The Event Manager will oversee setup, execution, and breakdown at each event while creating a welcoming experience for shoppers and ensuring products remain fully stocked throughout the activation.
Responsibilities
Event Setup
Arrive early and be fully prepared before the event begins.
Set up the sampling station, including:
Branded backdrop
Sampling table
One cooler filled with ice
Stock coolers with samples and full-size product
Trash bin
Event signage
Must be able to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
During the Event
Proactively engage shoppers with a friendly, enthusiastic attitude.
Offer both samples and full-size products.
Keep coolers stocked with ice and product throughout the event.
Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting sampling area.
Represent the brand professionally at all times.
Load-Out & Transportation
Break down all event materials, including the backdrop and table.
Load all equipment and supplies into a 16-foot box truck equipped with a lift gate.
Secure all equipment and event assets using ratchet straps and moving blankets to prevent shifting and protect materials from damage during transport.
Assist with unloading equipment into storage before and after each event.
Follow the same lifting requirements (up to 50 lbs.) during breakdown.
Product Talking Points
Learn and communicate the product's key selling points, including quality, ingredients, and what makes it unique.
Ask shoppers about their preferences and provide personalized recommendations.
Encourage shoppers to take home a full-size product to try.
Requirements
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be available for all four scheduled events.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable driving and working with a 16-foot box truck equipped with a lift gate.
Knowledge of safely loading, securing, and transporting event equipment using ratchet straps and moving blankets.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.