Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice; Venezia; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

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A premier hotel in Venice is seeking a Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager to maximize revenue and ensure high standards in event management. Responsibilities include training the team and maintaining vendor relations, ensuring compliance with company policies while working under pressure. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in hospitality and demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Competenze

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong communication and management skills are required.
• Ability to demonstrate effective negotiation skills.

Mansioni

• Assist in maximizing conference and banquet revenue.
• Manage staff performance in compliance with policies.
• Recruit, manage, train, and develop the Conference and Events Team.

Conoscenze

Demonstrated previous experience in similar role

Proven commercial acumen

Negotiation and influencing skills

Effective management skills

Ability to manage conflict effectively

Positive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

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Overview

A Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager will assist in meeting and banquet efforts to maximise revenue, profit, and the satisfaction of Guests and vendor relations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Conference and Events Sales Manager to maximise conference and banqueting revenue and profit through pro-active selling techniques, calendar/time management, and pricing strategy
• Ensure the highest standards of conference and banqueting business processes
• Ensure the Conference and Events Sales Team has the skills and knowledge required for high-level performance
• Implement an effective selling strategy and ensure this strategy is understood and executed by all Team Members
• Ensure fairness in vendor selection and with vendor pricing, such that non-contracted customers receive the same rates (quotes) regardless of the booking channel used
• Ensure company/department specific induction/onboarding plan for Revenue/Conference and Events/Reservations Managers is identified, executed, and in coordination with the relevant Human Resource Manager and Regional Director of Revenue
• Maintain consistent communication with the Training and Development department to ensure Teams at all levels are trained and developed through the use of structured training calendars and programs
• Maintain strong internal control of the working environment, such that it is always in compliance with Hilton and the Hotel brand's policies and procedures
• Ensure communication meetings occur and are accompanied by documentation/minutes on a monthly basis
• Manage staff performance in compliance with company policies and procedures
• Recruit, manage, train and develop the Conference and Events Team

What we are looking for

Skills

• Demonstrated previous experience in similar role
• Proven commercial acumen
• Ability to demonstrate negotiation and influencing skills
• Effective management skills
• Ability to manage conflict effectively
• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable capabilities

• Previous experience working within the hospitality industry
• Commercial and industry knowledge

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all.