Opportunity:  Event Sales Coordinator

To provide efficient and accurate administrative and coordinator support for event planning functions in support of property sales leaders. 

Potential Career Path

Sales Manager - Director of Sales or General Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Respond to inbound inquiries (phone, email, website) from potential clients.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through networking, referrals, and industry events. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout the event planning process.
• Conduct site tours and showcase the event space's features and amenities.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate external services as needed.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor offerings, and local events.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients from initial inquiry through event execution, including by not limited to uncovering event objectives and requirements, negotiating contracts, determining setup and pre-event needs, and coordinating event logistics, including catering, A/V equipment, and room setup.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, event details, and sales activities in the CRM system.
• Partner with operational team to prepare for events, and identify and resolve issues for customer satisfaction. Ensure banquet event orders are accurate and provide all relevant information to departments in a timely manner.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hotel or sales experience preferred, but not required.

Work Environment and Context

• Work schedule varies and may include occasionally working on holidays, weekends.
• Required to sit for extended periods, lift up to 10 pounds, bend, reach, use hands and fingers to operate keyboard.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It

The compensation for this role is $24/hr and the determined salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience within the hospitality industry. HHM Hotels offers a competitive salary package that aligns with market standards, with the highest potential earnings observed for candidates with relevant experience.