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Hyatt

Event Sales Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,900.00 - $75,600.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
discounted and complimentary hotel room nights
free employee meals in employee dining hall
free covered parking
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings plan
training and professional development
Tuition/Wellness reimbursement up to $1,000 a year
Employee stock purchase plan
Retail Discounts

Job Description

The Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort is a luxurious resort nestled in the Sonoran Desert, embodying the captivating optimism and unique beauty of the American Southwest. Inspired by the architectural genius of Frank Lloyd Wright, this resort features a thoughtfully designed property that offers spectacular mountain views, artistic water elements, and immersive botanical landscapes. As a premier hospitality brand, Hyatt is dedicated to fostering a culture of belonging and care, where its employees, known as colleagues, are treated like family. Since 1957, Hyatt has grown to become one of the world’s leading hospitality groups, renowned for transforming trips into memorable journeys... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
  • Completed background check
  • 3-5 years of proven success in hotel catering or event sales
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel CRM/event management systems
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Ability to work full-time
  • Exceptional presentation skills

Job Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of proven success in hotel catering or event sales, with a strong record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
  • Exceptional sales, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to develop and execute revenue-generating strategies
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport and close deals
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel CRM/event management systems
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with a sense of urgency

Job Duties

  • Proactively identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities in the corporate, social, and association markets
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with wedding planners, event organizers, corporate decision-makers, and other key industry contacts
  • Conduct high-impact site tours and sales presentations that highlight the property's value proposition
  • Negotiate and close event contracts to meet and exceed revenue goals
  • Maintain a robust sales pipeline, leveraging CRM tools to track prospects, follow-ups, and conversion rates
  • Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to refine sales strategies
  • Represent the hotel at networking events, industry functions, and trade shows to drive new leads
  • Create and execute sales strategies to maximize use of hotel space for food, beverage, and rental revenue
  • Prepare accurate banquet and catering forecasts (monthly, quarterly, and annual) and contribute to overall sales budget achievement
  • Collaborate with revenue management to optimize pricing, packages, and promotions for profitability
  • Serve as the primary point of contact during the sales process, ensuring a smooth transition to the Event Planning and Operations teams once contracted
  • Clearly document and communicate all event details, including Banquet Event Orders, group resumes, and special requests
  • Conduct post-event follow-ups to reinforce client relationships and generate repeat business

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

OysterLink - a hiring platform for restaurants and hotels.

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