SENIOR EVENT SALES MANAGER

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Summary

Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, a recent AAA Four Diamond and Best of Housekeeping award winner, perfectly combines the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest with modern amenities. Enjoy close proximity access to Sea-Tac International Airport, downtown Seattle and Bellevue, Mount Rainier National Park, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park, and more. Explore the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, then return to your comfortable room in Renton.

Job Overview:
At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The Senior Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and servicing events, which may include, but not limited to Corporate Events, Association Events, Galas, Holiday Parties and Weddings. Primary sales efforts are in Banquet Food, Beverage and Meeting Room Rental. and include menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Must be effective at selling, both proactively and reactively, the services of the hotel to gain commitment from the client and work well with all departments in the hotel to ensure that services are delivered as communicated to the client. Responsibilities also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff to include obtaining and detailing all food, beverage, set-up and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review to ensure a high level of service. The Senior Event Sales Manager is the on-site contact and is responsible for the smooth execution of groups and events. High quality of selling, planning, implementation and executing is required.

The Senior Event Sales Manager is a leader in the department, participating in and supporting initiatives within the Sales and Events team and training and mentoring Event Managers and Trainees. The Senior Event Sales Manager may lead event meetings and other staff meetings, and work as a team member with the sales and events staff. The manager also works closely with an assigned Administrative Assistant and other support staff, and may take on additional leadership functions and projects as assigned by Director of Sales, Marketing Events.

Wage Information:
The starting salary for this position is $77,968.80 to $83,000 which is applicable for the first year of employment. The entire range for the position is $77,968.80 to $95,700. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications and education.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

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Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
Refined verbal and written communication skills
Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of combined hotel event sales and planning experience
Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure

Prefer selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training
Benefits Perks:
As a colleague, we have you covered with awesome benefits and perks! Some of those include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment
Paid Vacation, sick leave and up to 2 float days
401(k)
Paid Family Bonding Time
Adoption Assistance
Free Parking
Referral Bonuses
$1,000 Tuition and Wellness Reimbursement
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule possible after 90 days of employment, successful completion of training/onboarding or as designated by Leadership
Discounted room nights and Friends and Family discounts at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
Free colleague meals during shift

Unlimited growth potential with Hyatt. Ability to relocate for advancement opportunities in the future.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Read more