Strategic Conference & Events Manager

Sage Hospitality Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Hospitality Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Events Planner to manage large group and convention bookings, coordinating guest rooms, menus, set-ups, and related requirements. This role includes negotiation of meetings, rooms, rates, VIP needs, and related amenities, with a focus on delivering a quality product.

You will oversee event planning execution from contract sign-off through post-event follow-up, ensuring smooth coordination across departments to maximize revenue and guest

Qualifications

• More than two years of post high school education.
• One to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).
• Requires working knowledge of banquet/catering food and beverage services, policies or operations.
• Requires knowledge of computer equipment.
• Supervisory skills and strong communication abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage meetings/conventions and related activities.
• Attend Banquet Event Order (BEO) and lead hotel department staff during event delivery.
• Achieve productivity and activity goals as set by management.
• Coordinate group business and follow up on signed/contracted business within 5 days.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date files to service clients efficiently.
• Develop customer profiles and maintain an effective trace system for revenue growth.
• Foster strong client relationships through professional interactions.
• Focus on revenue-generating activities and maximize account yield.

Skills

Banquet knowledge

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Food & beverage knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Post high school education

Tools

Billing systems

Job description

Sage Hospitality Group in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Events Planner to manage large group and convention bookings, coordinating guest rooms, menus, set-ups, and related requirements. This role includes negotiation of meetings, rooms, rates, VIP needs, and related amenities, with a focus on delivering a quality product.

You will oversee event planning execution from contract sign-off through post-event follow-up, ensuring smooth coordination across departments to maximize revenue and guest