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Advantage Solutions

Guides Rx-to-OTC brand transitions

Event Manager

Business OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeChicoutimi, Saguenay, QC, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Two to four years of related experience in similar positions in a sales, hospitality, or food environment.
  • A high-school diploma or equivalent is required; the minimum qualifications section also accepts a college diploma or related experience.
  • Fluency in French and English.
  • Ability to lead high-performing teams, coach and counsel employees, and take corrective action when needed.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and work flexibly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Required NEHA certification.
  • Knowledge of organizational management, including supervision, delegation, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, and web browsers.
  • Ability to perform substantial physical activity, lift or push more than 20 kg, stand for long periods, prepare or cook food, and work in refrigerated and freezer sections.
  • Ability to travel and drive for work, and to follow appropriate safety practices when handling products or cooking.

Responsibilities

  • Lead activities related to supplier product promotion and sales, and oversee recruitment, hiring, and supervision of part-time staff.
  • Supervise product preparation and presentation and ensure product demonstrators provide high-quality service to Costco members.
  • Train product demonstrators in food safety, product handling, hygiene, demonstration preparation, and member service.
  • Communicate with warehouse managers, suppliers, and product demonstrators, and participate in official openings of new locations when needed.
  • Support development and maintenance of organizational operations, including project planning, management, execution, budget management, profitability and loss accountability, and activity-based cost control.
  • Follow the organizational management schedule and comply with corporate governance instructions, measures, and procedures.
  • Maximize profitability in assigned territories in line with financial targets, analyze performance to develop business strategy, and apply effective territory merchandising practices to grow profits and market share.
  • Work with the Vice President of Operations to assess execution rates, sales performance, work hours, and operating costs, and make adjustments as needed.
  • Meet established sales and net revenue targets through active sales strategy and expense management.
  • Improve operations continuously to optimize customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Recruit, train, guide, direct, and develop direct reports using company procedures, tools, and resources.
  • Delegate work to indirect reports as appropriate and provide them with advice, direction, and support.

About the Company

Advantage Solutions

Guides Rx-to-OTC brand transitions

Advantage Consumer Healthcare helps healthcare brands move products from prescription (Rx) to over-the-counter (OTC) in the U.S., providing strategic planning through to tactical execution. It uses Advantage Solutions’ resources to manage regulatory, pricing, packaging, retailer engagement, and in-store activation, with revenue from consulting fees and performance-based incentives tied to sales growth and brand equity gains. The leadership brings hands-on experience from manufacturing, retail, and sales services, plus access to the parent company’s assets and industry connections for targeted U.S. execution. The goal is to increase product availability on shelves, strengthen brand equity, and drive retail sales through a successful Rx-to-OTC transition.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
Founded
2011

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