Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.00 - $25.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
disability plans
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid Time Off
Holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Job Description
Bethlehem Shared Services is the professional services provider exclusively supporting Cigars International and its affiliated brands, including CIGAR.com, Pipes & Cigars, Thompson Cigar, Meier & Dutch, and Cigarbid.com. Recognized as the fastest growing cigar company in the United States, Cigars International specializes in the direct marketing and online retail of fine cigars, premium pipe tobaccos, luxury gifts, and accessories. While deeply rooted in direct marketing, the company has expanded its eCommerce presence and operates a growing number of brick-and-mortar retail stores. Currently, there are retail locations across multiple states, including Pennsylvania, Texas, Florida, Tennessee, and Kentucky, with plans for continued... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality, marketing, business administration, or related field preferred
- minimum 2 years of experience in event planning, coordination, or related sales roles
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends when necessary
- valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- eligibility to work legally in the United States
- proficiency in event management and scheduling software
- strong customer service orientation
- ability to handle multiple priorities under pressure.
Job Qualifications
- Proven experience in event coordination or sales within hospitality or retail sectors
- strong sales and marketing skills
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- ability to develop and maintain client relationships
- proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office
- ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- knowledge of the local business and hospitality market
- strong organizational and budgeting skills
- teamwork and collaboration abilities
- proactive problem-solving skills.
Job Duties
- Maximize restaurant profitability through proper yield management
- work with Cigars International team and consultants to develop annual marketing plan and 90-day action plan based on current market trends
- maintain a private event calendar updated daily to aid scheduling and management of events
- collaborate with management to establish partnerships with area businesses and hospitality leaders to maximize sales revenue
- conduct site inspections, provide event/product information, and ensure prompt follow-up
- enter tentative and definite reservations in event management software
- create a monthly budget for private event sales
- establish relationships with local restaurants and caterers
- generate event orders and contract event specifications
- communicate event details to location departments
- coordinate with management team to ensure successful event execution
- act as liaison between management and clients
- follow up with clients post-event for feedback and future business
- send event evaluation forms within 48 hours
- maintain contact with hotel sales departments for leads and referrals
- build relations with Destination Management Companies via presentations and cold calls
- maintain contact with local Convention & Visitors Bureaus for group leads
- participate in professional organizations and association events
- generate weekly sales activity reports
- maintain lost business log documenting reasons and revenue lost.
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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