Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza - Convention Services Manager-Sales OEM

Join our team as a Convention Services Manager! Are you ready to be the heartbeat of unforgettable events? As our Catering & Convention Services Manager, you’ll play a starring role in driving catering and food and beverage sales, all while ensuring our hotel shines. You’ll build relationships with amazing clients and groups, making every event not just a success, but a standout memory. With the support of our Director of Sales or Director of Catering & Convention Services, you’ll work your magic to hit revenue goals, wow meeting planners, and keep our guests—and your career—moving forward. Get ready to make every celebration extraordinary! This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM), overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly. Key Skills/Responsibilities Event Success Superstar: Knock meeting planner goals and food & beverage sales out of the park while keeping guests smiling. Community Connector: Build relationships with clients, take them on property adventures, and participate in local happenings—making every event unforgettable. Trendsetting Pro: Stay ahead by tracking market trends and always bringing fresh ideas to the table. Ultimate Team Player: Spread positive vibes with guests and colleagues, attend key meetings, and keep the hotel running smoothly. Banquet Mastermind: Deliver flawless event orders on time, communicate changes fast, and help every celebration shine. Go-To Extra: Tackle any other fun challenge tossed your way by management! Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent required; prior convention/event and catering sales experience preferred. Creativity and knowledge of food and beverage/events, plus professional selling skills (opening, probing, supporting, closing) desired. Valid driver’s license for the applicable state required. Strong verbal and written communication skills to negotiate, convince, and influence clients and colleagues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer use, with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and present effectively. Benefits After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following: Daily Pay! 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 Redesigned with our guests' needs in mind, Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza allows travelers to live in luxury while they're away from home. Providing easy access to many popular local attractions such as Uptown Theater, Sprint Center, Westport and the Kansas City Art Institute, our elegant hotel is a great home base for short business trips or long vacations. Located within walking distance to the Country Club Plaza with complimentary door-to-door shuttle service as well. Elevating travel expectations one day at a time, our chic rooms and suites feature large flat-panel TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi and spa-like bathrooms. After getting a good night's rest inspired by our luxury bedding, guests can wake up with a cup of signature Starbucks® coffee from Cafe Express, our on-site coffee house. When guests get hungry, they can enjoy a delectable meal from one of our two restaurants, then burn some calories at our fitness center. Whether visitors are in town for work or play, they'll love the time they spend in the Country Club Plaza area. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aimbridge Hospitality