Sales and Events Manager Boise | Dual Property Avery Sparrow

Sales & Events Manager Boise | Dual Property Support The Avery and The Sparrow The Perks

* Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status

• Salary Range: $65k-$75k DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans
  -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)

“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us.

We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

• Through proactive sales efforts this position is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals of assigned market segments.
• This position will focus on achieving revenue goals through a sales plan and strategy, client development, managing key relationships, networking, and identifying new target markets.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of activities and relevant client contact information within the Sales & Events database.
• Reports weekly achievements against goals for prospecting, inquiries, activities, and industry events. Ability to adjust goals and achieve goals based on market conditions.
• Solicit and secure new business for assigned market segments by making outside sales calls.
• Participate in trade shows, promotional events, and industry events.
• Conduct site inspections and client presentations.
• Responds to inbound RFP’s (requests for proposals) within 24 hours.
• Knowledgeable with client negotiations, closing tactics, and contractual language.
• Differentiate from the competition and bring value to potential customers.
• Implement sales plan based on demand segments to maximize market share.

• Obtains necessary information to ensure efficient event planning, including meeting setups, food and beverage specifications, AV requirements, etc. Provides information to operating departments based on property guidelines.
• Acts as a liaison between the operations department and client.
• Has a comprehensive knowledge of operations departments.
• Monitors client’s satisfaction throughout planning and execution of event.
• Hands on support of event execution as needed.
• Prepares Event Orders, Resumes, Diagrams, and other related documents and distributes to property departments.
• Conducts meetings to review information with other property departments.
• Manages accounts and follow-up with client re-solicitation to capture future repeat business.

• Achieves assigned goals and objectives.
• Maximize efficiencies for time management and productivity.
• Responsible for forecasting revenue of assigned groups.
• Develops and maintains favorable working relationships and open communication with all departments.
• Establishes and maintains positive, professional relationships with clients.
• Complies with accounting standards (deposits, direct billing, and pre-payment).
• Confirms accurate revenue posting and client billing.
• Develop a full working knowledge of all applicable…