.Job Description - Events Manager (HOT0B630)Job Number:HOT0B630Work LocationsHilton Cancun an All Inclusive Carretera Federal Cancun - Tulum Cancun 77569As Events Manager, you will be responsible for the successful event planning and overall execution of all Conference & Events that take place within the hotel. The Events Manager will interact frequently with customers and Guests to learn about their needs and develop relationships from which to earn repeat and expanded business.What will I be doing?Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:Maximise all Meeting & Events Sales revenue opportunities through up selling of function itemsEnsure the highest standards of Event Management are in place including building relationships with new/existing customers in order to secure rollover businessManage the department's day-to-day operations and activities, whereas implementation of the selling strategy yields meetings and events spaceEnsure the Meeting & Events Team Members are developed effectively and generate a culture of high quality standards for relationship building, customer service, selling techniques, and billing and processing contractsBuild strong relationships with customers, Guests and Team Members in order to gain full understanding of their needs and work to serve them effectivelyAccurate administration and control of all Meetings and Events related reservations and blocksEnsure that all Function Sheets are handed over to the Food and Beverage Operations Team every week for the following 7-10 days outline and that all the information is accurate, confirmed and billing details documented and in line with the credit policyTo meet & greet nominated conference contact or organizer to check on their satisfaction and the set up of the meeting rooms on the day of the eventTo conduct Show rounds for companies & agents in line with the Company policyTo support the Food & Beverage operations and room reservations team with information as requiredEnsure all information is relayed to the Chef and Operations Team in a timely manner to ensure they can order and roster effectivelyAttend Sales events, as requiredTo support in other properties within the Cluster as required, according to the business needsReview business plans, identify gaps and ensure proactive efforts to fill capacity and meet set targetsContribute to the selling strategy of the hotel, and manage the departments' adherence to achieving that strategyTo raise invoices for Events in line with quotations and forward them to the accounts departments on a daily basis with relevant back up documentation to expedite paymentUnderstand the competitive market place and implement approaches to ensure the hotel stays ahead in the local marketWhat are we looking for?An Events Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members