Executive Meeting Manager

The Executive Meeting Manager is responsible for proactively prospecting, facilitating, and closing group and catering business opportunities as well as event execution for their assigned hotel(s). Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required with at least 1 year of experience as a Sales Manager, Catering Sales Manager, or Sales Coordinator.
• Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting, closing
• Experience in internet research and database mining
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills
• Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
• Demonstrates vertical flexibility, uses an analytical approach, portrays a genuine style, and is strategically proactive
• Skills for problem-solving, analysis, effective decision-making, negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Knowledge of hotel features, benefits, and competing hotels within the market

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals, as well as solicitation call goals.
• Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.
• Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.
• Follows proper event management procedures for event execution to include but not limited to BEO creation, F&B forecasting, resume communication and room block management
• Accurately produces and/or reviews all catering contracts, and/or banquet/catering event orders
• Listens and reads the customer; identifies needs and responds accordingly
• Prospects for new business through individual creativity and innovation; identifies potential leads by using a wide variety of means/tools.
• Weighs the value of each piece of business against hotel objectives at daily RevMax meeting
• Utilizes yield management techniques by negotiating room rates and function space commitments in order to enhance the hotel’s financial performance
• Uses Revenue Management resources to help make informed decisions and maximize revenue
• Understands revenue management principles, analyzes trends and patterns in relation to pricing, and can discuss impact on hotel occupancy, revenue and flow through
• Understands sales strategies and tactics of competitor hotels; effectively capitalizes on hotel’s strengths and competitor’s weaknesses
• Looks for ways to improve processes and enhance sales systems
• Responds to all leads and RFPs within 24 hours
• Maintains accurate and timely internal hotel communication
• Conducts site inspections, local sales calls and attends appropriate trade shows and client events
• Promotes hotel through personal involvement in community and business networking organizations
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable.
• Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Praised as the first modern American hotel when it opened in 1956, The Statler, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers guests a genuine Dallas experience. This resilient 19-story landmark established Dallas as an epicenter for business and entertainment. In addition to the largest convention space in the southwest, the hotel boasted many firsts including elevator music and the city’s first and only heliport. Numerous celebrities performed in the Grand Ballroom including the Jackson 5 and Tony Bennett. The Statler symbolizes the heart and soul of Dallas and delivers the style and comfort you expect from a downtown Dallas hotel. Our newly renovated rooms and suites maintain a retro-forward décor and offer high-performance features including concierge iPads, mounted Smart HDTVs, complimentary WiFi and Nespresso coffee makers. Travelers can select a corporate suite for extra space with a separate living area and great views or spoil themselves with a Presidential Suite. Dining at The Statler will never go under the radar. Our restaurants include an all-day retro diner, a gastro Asian pub, and a social club boasting food and fun with billiards, ping pong, foosball, cornhole, and bowling. Our two bars include a rooftop pool clubroom and subterranean bourbon library. The Statler offers plenty of leisure opportunities including a rooftop pool and lounge, a multi-use fitness center, bowling and games, pop-up retail shopping and the relaxing garden court. With nine meeting spaces ranging from 250 to 12,437 sq. ft., everyone will find this to be the perfect downtown Dallas venue.