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- Marriott
- Kansas City, MO
$96,000 - $120,000a year
Core area of responsibility is the event planning team, including the Senior Event Managers, Event Managers, Associate Event Managers and Administrative Assistants. ... Assigns all events turned over to Event Planning team. ... Leading Event ...
Full-Time
401(k) Matching
Adoption Assistance
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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- Anywhere Real Estate
- Kansas City, MO
- Remote
This position supports the strategy, planning and delivery of experiential events for Century 21, Coldwell Banker, Coldwell Banker Commercial, Coldwell Banker Realty local and national level events, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, and ERA Real ...
9 days ago
- Origin Hotel Kansas City
- Kansas City, MO 64120 (Columbus Park Industrial area)
$18an hour
•Attend meetings to plan future marketing strategies and coordinate events•Creating graphics and content for social platforms•Reports on competitive marketing plans•Assist on event planning• ... Set to open in Summer 2024 as the first-ever ...
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3 days ago
- BCT Partners, LLC
- Kansas City, MO
- Remote
$55,000 - $65,000a year
Conduct event planning for regional TTA meetings and events, including provision of virtual TTA. ... Experience with event coordination and planning is preferred. Strong organizational, administrative and project coordination skills with an ...
Full-Time / Contract
SharePoint
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Family Leave
Dental Insurance
28 days ago
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- Nexmos Design
- Kansas City, MO
... and proactive Events Assistant to support the planning and execution of various corporate and promotional events. ... Previous experience in event planning, hospitality, or related roles is a plus. ... If you are passionate about event ...
Full-Time
Flexible Schedule
Company Events
Bachelor's Degree
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- University of Missouri-Kansas City
- Kansas City, MO 64101 (West Bottoms area)
$20an hour
... laptop sign-out;Update MIDE handbook and assist with MIDE website contentAssist with team building activities, which includes membership on the social committee;Gathering, organizing, and summarizing information on a range of topics, as ...
Part-Time
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Monday to Friday
16 days ago
- HCA MidAmerica Health
- Kansas City, MO 64101 (West Bottoms area)
- Signing Bonus
$32an hour
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more ... You will participate in treatment team conferences to assist in planning and revising goals, objectives and interventions. You will administer ...
Full-Time / Part-Time
Health Insurance
401(k)
401(k) Matching
Family Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
11 days ago
- Indoor Air Quality Association
- Kansas City, MO 64108 (18Th And Vine And Downtown East / Wendell Phillips / Beacon Hills area)
$15an hour
Experience with project management or event planning. ... Event Coordination: Plan and coordinate company events, meetings, and conferences. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; active pursuit of associate's or ...
Internship
Entry Level
Retirement Plan
High School Degree
Company Events
401(k) Matching
30+ days ago
- HCA MidAmerica Health
- Kansas City, MO 64101 (West Bottoms area)
$29an hour
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more ... Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a BSN or equivalentDysrhythmia recognition, pathophysiology of cardiovascular disease, ...
Full-Time / Part-Time
Paid Time Off
Fertility Benefits
Dental Insurance
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Adoption Assistance
11 days ago
- HCA MidAmerica Health
- Kansas City, MO 64101 (West Bottoms area)
$36an hour
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Full-Time / Part-Time
Vision Insurance
401(k) Matching
Short Term Disability Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
11 days ago

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Dual Director of Event Planning

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Company
Marriott
Location
Kansas City, MO
Job Type
Full-Time
Salary
$96,000 - $120,000 a year

401(k) Matching

Adoption Assistance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k)

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Reimbursement

High School Degree

Job Description

Additional Information

Job Number 25019324

Job Category Event Management

Location The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, 1 E Pershing Rd, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64108VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=The%20Westin%20Kansas%20City%20at%20Crown%20Center%2C%201%20E%20Pershing%20Rd%2C%20Kansas%20City%2C%20Missouri%2C%20United%20States%2C%2064108)

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

Manages event planning functions and staff on a daily basis. Core area of responsibility is the event planning team, including the Senior Event Managers, Event Managers, Associate Event Managers and Administrative Assistants. Position oversees the administrative processes associated with the pre-event and post-event phases of an event and the associated transitions between all event phases. Ensures a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering a high level of service. Ensures the team maximizes revenue opportunities by up-selling and accurately forecasting (catering and group rooms) all events. The position is responsible for achieving guest and employee satisfaction and for managing the financial performance of the department.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Event Planning Operations

- Assigns all events turned over to Event Planning team.

- Oversees for turned opportunities’ function space and group room blocks.

- Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and ensures staff are trained in safety procedures.

- Leads execution of activities to support the Event Management strategy.

- Works with direct reports to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts.

- Leads discussions to review event complexity and proactively avoid service challenges and failures.

- Ensures the property is apprised of all groups that will impact property operations.

- Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs.

- Maintains inventories to maximize customer satisfaction and revenue opportunities.

- Works with highly complex or high profile groups when financial impact will be significant.

Leading Event Planning Team

- Leads the catering menu development process.

- Champions all standards, policies and procedures for the Event Planning team.

- Leads Event Management meetings.

Providing and Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

- Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.

- Shares plans with property leadership and ensures corrective action is taken to continuously improve guest satisfaction.

- Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

- Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

- Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.

- Strives to improve service performance.

- Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Managing the Sales and Marketing Strategy

- Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.

- Consult with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

- Establishes customer service guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters.

- Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations.

- Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and or managers.

- Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service and planning needs are met.

The salary range for this position is $96,000 to $120,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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 Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work,? begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global?team, and become the best version of you.