Event Sales Manager

ASM Global•Bemidji, MN

1d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Provides professional client services support in the planning, organization and management of events within the facility, and monitoring the logistics of these events, and all event coordination tasks after events are booked through the conclusion, by performing personally or through subordinates the following duties:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university preferred
1 to 2 years related experience and/or training
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of the principles of event management, services, and equipment for a similar facility
Excellent organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills
Good written and verbal skills
Ability to prioritize multiple projects
Demonstrate problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including management
Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include day, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic
Knowledge of computer systems for event management including Microsoft Office, event planning/BEO systems, etc.

Responsibilities

Supervises staff and oversees all aspects of facility operations related to events.
Meets with client groups to plan and organize assigned meetings and/or events.
Coordinates activities with the various service contractors for assigned meetings and/or events.
Guides clients in preparation of events by interpreting and explaining contract provisions, policies and procedures.
Keeps clients informed as to status of deadline schedules, including but not limited to floor plan submissions, meeting room set-up specifications, insurance requirements and other relevant details.
Prepares cost estimates and monitors final billing.
Provides clear, concise, and timely communication of detailed requirements to operational departments.
Assists in scheduling operational set-ups to provide equipment or service needs.
Monitors and supervises facility set-up when necessary.
Assists in training event services staff.
Serves as a primary liaison between clients and facility departments.
Monitors in-house events, maintaining close contact with clients and facility staff to ensure successful events.
Follow up on all client requests, concerns, and problems.
Attends appropriate planning, organization and other event and facility meetings in support of facility operations.
Serves as manager on duty as required.