Job Number 24164398

Job Category Sales & Marketing

Location Courtyard Singapore Novena, 99 Irrawaddy Road, Novena, Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Schedule Full-Time

Located Remotely? N

Relocation? N

Position Type Non-Management

JOB SUMMARY

The Event Sales Executive/Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing various events and functions within the hotel. This role involves working closely with clients, hotel staff, and suppliers to ensure successful event planning, organization, and implementation. The candidate should possess excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with a keen eye for detail and a strong ability to multitask.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with clients to understand their event requirements, objectives, and budget.

• Coordinate with various hotel departments (e.g. F&B, Culinary, operations,) to ensure smooth event execution.

• Manage event logistics, including room setup, equipment rental, catering arrangements, and guest transportation, if necessary.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the event planning process, promptly addressing inquiries and concerns.

• Conduct site visits and provide detailed information about the hotel's facilities, services, and amenities.

• Promote the hotel's event facilities and services to prospective clients.

• Responds to incoming catering opportunities for the hotel.

• Be able to negotiate and close on business contracts.

• Assist in the preparation of event proposals, contracts, and invoices.

• Oversee all aspects of event setup, including seating arrangements, decorations, audiovisual equipment, and signage.

• Troubleshoot and resolve any issues or challenges that arise during events.

• Maximizes revenue by up-selling packages, food and beverage menus.

• Manages catering sales revenue and operation budgets.

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance.

Candidate Profile

Education & Experience

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Friendly, customer centric, smile and able to work in a team environment.

• One or more years of experience working in a hotel, clerical or sales. Previous experience working in a similar role.

• Diploma in business management

• Good computer skills

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve – all while having fun.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.