Event Sales Manager

The Historic Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection•Spokane, WA

1d•$62,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Historic Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection is seeking a dynamic and driven Event Sales Manager to join their team. This role focuses on driving revenue by booking and managing events, with a primary emphasis on selling Banquet Food and Beverage. Responsibilities include menu planning, agenda setting, and managing hotel meeting services. The position also involves reviewing contracts, facilitating pre- and post-event communication with hotel staff to ensure high service levels, contributing to site inspections, maintaining customer relationships, and collaborating with the sales and catering staff. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a proven sales track record and a passion for exceptional customer service, thriving in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or related field and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of event planning and logistics
Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software
1 year food and beverage experience
Confident and professional appearance
Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed
Understanding of market segment, competitor’s strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand
Time management skills
Ability to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each
Creativity in designing events

Responsibilities

Drive revenue by booking and managing events, from weddings to corporate conferences.
Sell Banquet Food and Beverage.
Plan menus and set agendas.
Manage hotel meeting services.
Review contracts.
Facilitate communication before, during, and post-event with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service.
Contribute to site inspections.
Maintain strong customer relationships.
Work as a team member with the sales and catering staff.