Westin Portland Harborview - Executive Meeting Manager OEM
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Daily Pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan
Job Description
The Westin Portland Harborview is a distinguished historic hotel nestled in the heart of Maine's largest city. Established in 1927 as the Eastland Park Hotel, this beautifully restored property offers travelers an exceptional experience characterized by a blend of classic elegance and modern comfort. Located conveniently close to the Old Port area, guests have easy access to some of Maine’s premier restaurants, boutique retail shops, museums, and vibrant artistic venues. The hotel prides itself on providing an environment where guests feel renewed and cared for, featuring luxurious guest rooms and suites with breathtaking views of downtown Portland, the harbor, or... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- minimum 1 year experience in sales or related hospitality role
- proficiency in Microsoft Office
- valid driver’s license for the applicable state
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- experience in customer negotiation and contract interpretation
- knowledge of hotel operations and event management
- ability to analyze market trends
- strong organizational and presentation skills
- willingness to work flexible hours including overtime if necessary
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- at least 1 year of experience as a sales manager catering sales manager or sales coordinator
- experience with professional selling skills opening probing supporting closing
- experience in internet research and database mining
- developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate convince sell and influence other managerial personnel hotel guests and/or corporate clients
- proficiency in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
- ability to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks strong organization and presentation skills
- 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 Duties
- Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals as well as solicitation call goals
- monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment
- adhere 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
- follow 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 produce and/or review all catering contracts and/or banquet/catering event orders
- listen and read the customer identify needs and respond accordingly
- prospect for new business through individual creativity and innovation identify potential leads by using a wide variety of means/tools
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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