Senior Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Hotels Corp.•Miami, FL

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About The Position

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing excellent service and meaningful experiences. Andaz Miami Beach is now recruiting a Senior Event Planning Manager to join our team. An art-deco building and architectural landmark is home to the newest luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Mid-beach. The property boasts 287 guestrooms including 64 breathtaking suites and the ONLY Ocean-view arrival experience in Miami Beach. The design features elements of texture, art, and pops of color that create a unique and captivating experience. Each suite is designed with floor-to-ceiling windows, most with deep-soaking tubs, and cozy reading nooks. Guests can also enjoy private outdoor terraces with stunning views of the Atlantic and the Miami skyline. Unmatched amenities include a full-service spa, a well-equipped fitness center, a destination dining experience by José Andrés, two pools, and a Beach Club catering to the who's who of Miami. Spanning 25,000 square feet of innovative indoor and outdoor event space, Andaz Miami Beach will become a landing spot for guests and locals seeking celebratory gatherings that embrace the city's culture of music, art, and fashion. The Senior Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sales bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners, Social and Marketing clients, as well as the hotel staff. Responsibilities include administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. The Senior Event Planning Manager and EPM are also the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Requirements

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
Refined verbal and written communication skills
A minimum of 3-5 years of hotel event planning or comparable experience preferred
Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast-paced environment
Strong leadership skills as they will be supervising the EPM.
Ability to multitask and highly Organized.
Proficiency in various event software.

Nice To Haves

Prefer 6 years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program

Responsibilities

Leadership responsibility overseeing the Event Planning Manager.
Responsible for short- and long-term planning and the management of Event Sales and Event Planning.
Develop and recommend the budget, marketing plans and objectives and manages within those approved plans.
Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all event areas.
Develop and implement effective marketing plans for generating catering revenues.
Experience evaluating each piece of event business to ensure business meets the expectations of the guests.
Ability to put together creative and innovative menus based on collaboration with the Culinary.
Work closely with Chef on pricing specialty menus.
Train, supervise and work with event staff, in order to solicit and book banquet and event functions, as well as the planning, merchandising and execution of the functions
Run the weekly Resume, EO, and Group Pick-up meetings
Work closely with Director of Banquets and their team to create and ensure quality levels are being met on a daily basis as well as enhancing overall banquet set-ups.
Leads event team to build long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of hotel Event sales objectives
Administer all phases of the event department, including but not limited to sales, planning, marketing, servicing and administrative procedures
Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures