Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager

Hosco.com; Venezia; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

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A leading global hospitality company seeks a Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager in Venice, Italy. In this role, you will assist in maximizing revenue through effective selling strategies while managing a team and ensuring top-notch conference standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in hospitality, strong negotiation skills, and a proven record of effective team management.

Competenze

• Demonstrated previous experience in a similar role.
• Proven commercial acumen.
• Ability to demonstrate negotiation and influencing skills.

Mansioni

• Assist the Conference and Events Sales Manager to maximise revenue.
• Ensure high standards of conference business processes.
• Implement and communicate effective selling strategies.
• Manage and develop the Conference and Events Team.

Conoscenze

Negotiation skills

Commercial acumen

Effective management skills

Conflict management

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Hospitality industry experience

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Job 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.

As Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager, you will assist in meeting and banquet efforts to maximise revenue, profit, and the satisfaction of Guests and vendor relations. The Conference and Events Assistant Sales Manager will develop the Team through the coordination of an onboarding plan and continued development efforts to ensure that the Conference and Events and related Teams are fully prepared to offer an exceptional conference and event experience.

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 chosen booking channel used.
• Ensure company/department specific induction/on‑boarding 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 EventsTeam.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated previous experience in a 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.
• Previous experience working within the hospitality industry.
• Commercial and industry knowledge.

Company Overview

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.