Executive Meeting Manager
Key Responsibilities:
* Solicit, negotiate, and confirm group business with 20-60 peak room nights through direct sales efforts, referrals, and brand/third-party leads.
* Respond to inquiries and prepare customized proposals, contracts, and event orders.
* Conduct site inspections, sales calls, and virtual tours for prospective clients.
* Work closely with operational departments (e.g., Banquets, AV, Housekeeping, Front Office) to communicate event needs and ensure flawless service.
* Manage all aspects of event logistics from pre-planning through post-event follow-up.
* Upsell hotel services and amenities to maximize revenue (e.g., F&B, upgrades, AV).
* Maintain accurate records in CRM/Sales systems (e.g., Delphi.fdc, PEP).
* Meet or exceed individual sales and revenue goals.
* Participate in weekly sales meetings, Banquet event order meetings and staff meetings
* Maintain strong client relationships and actively pursue repeat and referral business.
* Stay current on competitor offerings and local market trends.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.
* 1 years of experience in hotel sales or catering, preferably in an Executive Meeting Manager or Sales Manager role.
* Proven track record of closing business and managing event details.
* Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
* Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel CRM systems (e.g., Delphi, Salesforce).
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Success Factors:
* Professional demeanor and service-oriented mindset.
* Ability to build rapport quickly with clients and internal teams.
* Self-motivated and goal-driven.
* Creative problem-solver with a focus on client satisfaction.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Working Conditions:
* On-site in hotel sales office with occasional travel for client meetings or trade events.
* Some evenings/weekends required based on client needs or event schedules.
* Proven track record of closing business and managing event details.
* Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
* Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel CRM systems (e.g., Delphi, Salesforce).
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
Success Factors:
* Professional demeanor and service-oriented mindset.
* Ability to build rapport quickly with clients and internal teams.
* Self-motivated and goal-driven.
* Creative problem-solver with a focus on client satisfaction.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
This is an overtime eligible manager position.
Salary $44,000...
- Rate: Not Specified
- Location: Lexington, US-KY
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Finance
- Recruiter: Hilton Lexington Downtown
- Contact: Not Specified
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: EXECU001807
- Posted: 2025-08-17 08:23:02 -
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