The LaSalle Hotel Chicago, Autograph Collection - Executive Meeting Manager OEM

The LaSalle Hotel Chicago, Autograph Collection - Executive Meeting Manager OEM

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The LaSalle Hotel Chicago, Autograph Collection - Executive Meeting Manager OEM

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Base pay range

$62,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

The Executive Meeting Manager is responsible for proactively prospecting, facilitating, and closing group and catering business opportunities as well as event execution for their assigned hotel(s). Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.
Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required with at least 1 year of experience as a Sales Manager, Catering Sales Manager, or Sales Coordinator.
• Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting, closing
• Experience in internet research and database mining
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills
• Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
• Demonstrates vertical flexibility, uses an analytical approach, portrays a genuine style, and is strategically proactive
• Skills for problem-solving, analysis, effective decision-making, negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Knowledge of hotel features, benefits, and competing hotels within the market
  

Job Responsibilities

• Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals, as well as solicitation call goals.
• Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.
• Adheres to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics related.
• Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.
• Follows proper event management procedures for event execution to include but not limited to BEO creation, F&B forecasting, resume communication and room block management
• Accurately produces and/or reviews all catering contracts, and/or banquet/catering event orders
• Listens and reads the customer; identifies needs and responds accordingly
• Prospects for new business through individual creativity and innovation; identifies potential leads by using a wide variety of means/tools.
• Weighs the value of each piece of business against hotel objectives at daily RevMax meeting
• Utilizes yield management techniques by negotiating room rates and function space commitments in order to enhance the hotel’s financial performance
• Uses Revenue Management resources to help make informed decisions and maximize revenue
• Understands revenue management principles, analyzes trends and patterns in relation to pricing, and can discuss impact on hotel occupancy, revenue and flow through
• Understands sales strategies and tactics of competitor hotels; effectively capitalizes on hotel’s strengths and competitor’s weaknesses
• Looks for ways to improve processes and enhance sales systems
• Responds to all leads and RFPs within 24 hours
• Maintains accurate and timely internal hotel communication
• Conducts site inspections, local sales calls and attends appropriate trade shows and client events
• Promotes hotel through personal involvement in community and business networking organizations
• Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable.
• Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.
• Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.
  

Benefits
After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan
  

Property Information
The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection located on South LaSalle Street in the heart of Chicago’s financial district, is a 229-room luxury hotel occupying the top five floors of a historic landmark building. It sits atop the JW Marriott Hotel, which occupies the first 12 stories of the former Continental