Event Sales Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group•Phoenix, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Meetings & Events Manager generates guest room, catering, and event revenue and serves as the primary client contact from initial inquiry through event completion. The role manages groups of approximately 10–25 rooms on peak and is responsible for both sales and event planning, ensuring seamless execution and guest experiences that reflect The Camby’s luxury lifestyle brand. The Camby, Autograph Collection is a boutique luxury hotel in Phoenix, Arizona. The property offers a stylish, modern work environment and emphasizes creativity, innovation, exceptional service, and memorable guest experiences. Davidson Hospitality Group is a full-service hospitality management company operating hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues across the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.
1 year of food and beverage experience.
Strong understanding of negotiation and contract interpretation.
Developed written and verbal business communication skills.
Understanding of Microsoft Office.
Confident and professional appearance.
Proactive, assertive, fast-paced sales approach and drive to succeed.
Understanding of the respective market segment, competitors’ strengths and weaknesses, economic trends, supply, and demand.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.
Ability to work on multiple projects while achieving the desired outcome for each.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
Working knowledge of banquet department operations, including setups, AV equipment, scheduling, and menu planning.
Pre-employment drug test and background check required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with a major hospitality sales CRM system such as Delphi or Daylight, or a brand CRM such as Marriott CI/TY or Starwood ISAC.

Responsibilities

Generate guest room, catering, and event revenue.
Serve as the primary client contact from initial inquiry through event completion.
Manage groups of approximately 10–25 rooms on peak.
Own the sales and event planning process and help ensure seamless execution and exceptional guest experiences.
Execute and support hotel customer service standards and brand standards.
Design menus with the culinary department to maximize operating profit.
Design creative events.