Description
Maternity Leave Replacement
The Quebec City Marriott Downtown is looking for a Group Sales & Events Manager to temporarily join our Sales team.
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, you will be responsible for developing group and banquet sales, converting incoming leads and assisting clients in planning their events. You will contribute directly to maximizing hotel revenues while delivering a personalized client experience.
Responsibilities- Handle, qualify and convert group and banquet inquiries, including room blocks, meetings, events and meeting room rentals;
- Develop new business opportunities and follow up with prospective clients;
- Prepare proposals, contracts and required follow-ups to confirm group business;
- Assist clients with event planning and coordinate their needs with hotel departments;
- Participate in the preparation and distribution of Banquet Event Orders (BEOs);
- Provide personalized service to clients before and after their events;
- Track sales activities and prepare required reports;
- Participate in sales meetings, training sessions, client activities and local events;
- Perform other related duties associated with group and event sales development.
- Ability to use advanced functions of various computer systems, including client tracking, inventory control and forecasting tools;
- Creative personality with a strong focus on results and customer service;
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and thoroughness in following up on files;
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English;
- Minimum of three (3) years of customer service experience;
- College diploma in hospitality.
- Group insurance and Employee Assistance Program;
- Retirement plan with employer contribution;
- Public transportation or parking provided;
- Employee referral bonus and recognition programs;
- Preferred employee rates at Marriott hotels worldwide;
- The opportunity to gain experience within a dynamic team and the Marriott network.
Join our team and play an active role in growing our group and event business!
