Senior Event Planning Manager

Senior Event Planning ManagerWe're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Senior Event Planning Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of events, from initial planning to execution, to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience. The Event Planning Manager acts a liaison between the customer and hotel sales person to provide direction and supervision during execution of meeting and banquet functions or event. Will be available to customers during event to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements. They will directly serve group customers in a proactive manner working with the logistics of group room blocks, food and beverage, public meeting space, and billing processes. If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive under pressure, then we want to hear from you!QualificationsBachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.3+ years of food and beverage experience.Strong understanding of interpretation of contracts.Demonstrated strong business communication skills, both written and verbal.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.Professional appearance and demeanor.Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed.Execute and support Hotel Customer Service Standards and Hotel's Brand Standards.Understanding of respective market segment, competitor's strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand.Work well under pressure.Time management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering successful outcomes for each.Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.Creativity in designing events.Working knowledge of banquet department (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).Ability to design menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit.Strong working knowledge of hotel sales/event CRM systems (e.g., Delphi, Marriott CI/TY, Starwood ISAC, or Hyatt Envision/EMS).Working knowledge of statistical data and analytics as they relate to hotel operations and the event sales department.BenefitsDavidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.Multiple Tiers of Medical CoverageDental & Vision Coverage24/7 Teledoc serviceFree Maintenance MedicationsPet InsuranceHotel DiscountsTuition ReimbursementPaid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).401K MatchWorking at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.