Wedding & Event Sales and Planning Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,600.00 - $72,300.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
401(k) Plan
complimentary hotel stays
Wellness reimbursements
education reimbursements
Complimentary Meals
complimentary parking
Job Description
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa is a premier luxury resort nestled on 500 acres of beautiful Santa Ana Pueblo, strategically located between The Rio Grande and The Sandia Mountains. This distinctive setting offers guests a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and modern luxury. The resort is widely recognized as one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the Southwestern United States, making it an ideal location for weddings, social gatherings, and special events. With a commitment to outstanding service and exceptional guest experiences, Hyatt Regency Tamaya provides an inspiring work environment for professionals passionate about hospitality and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- minimum of 3 years experience in wedding and event sales and planning
- proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
- exceptional negotiation skills
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- proficiency with relevant software tools
- availability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- strong attention to detail
- ability to travel locally if required
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, marketing, business, or related field preferred
- proven experience in wedding and event sales and planning preferably in a luxury resort or hospitality setting
- strong negotiation and sales skills
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
- proficiency with sales and event management software
- leadership and team collaboration skills
- strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- knowledge of budgeting and revenue forecasting
- customer service-oriented mindset
Job Duties
- Proactively solicit, negotiate, and close wedding and social event business to meet or exceed established revenue goals
- respond to inquiries in a timely and professional manner, providing customized proposals and site tours
- negotiate contracts, concessions, and terms in accordance with resort guidelines
- maintain accurate forecasting, booking pace reports, and revenue tracking
- serve as the primary liaison for wedding and social event clients from initial booking through event execution
- coordinate event details including guest counts, menus, floor plans, timelines, and special requests
- ensure a high level of personalized service and relationship management for VIP and repeat clients
- partner closely with Sales, Food & Beverage, Culinary, Rooms, and other resort departments to ensure flawless event execution
- lead internal event planning meetings and communicate client expectations clearly to operational teams
- be present on-site for key events as needed to ensure quality standards are met
- assist with training, best practices, and process improvement within the commercial services team
- maintain detailed client files, contracts, and event documentation within the sales and event management systems
- ensure compliance with resort policies, brand standards, and legal requirements
- participate in budgeting, goal setting, and annual business planning
- support leadership with market insights, competitive analysis, and strategic initiatives
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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