Meeting Connection Manager

If you're looking for a career with Apple Leisure Group, please click here to view job postings.If you're looking for a career with our Inclusive Collection, please click here to view job postings.At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.The Meeting Connections Manager is an entry-level sales department job in the hotel with a performance quota. These individuals handle special accounts or a specific role and carry an account base or a quota. Typically handle less complex accounts. Develops new leads and researches new business potential within an assigned market. Makes direct calls to potential clients and manages internet-based lead websites. This position is responsible for booking short-term meetings for the hotel and is fast-paced. Communication and organization skills are of the utmost importance.Essential Job Functions:Responsible for growing new group and events revenues in all segments including but not limited to SMERF, Association, and Corporate. Small group bookings with and without events. Bookings will have a maximum of 40 room nights on peak. (this number may be adjusted as the needs of the hotel change)Prepare and present effective proposals, maintain well-organized documentation and reports, utilize Hyatt systems, and coordinate customer service requirements as appropriate.Conduct sales presentations, site inspections, prospecting, sales calls, client entertainment, and business travel as key sales activities.Grow and maintain business relationships with existing clients and cultivate and develop new business relationships.Communicate client requirements in a timely and accurate manner to all internal departments as required, ensuring delivery of superior guest service.Use professional sales techniques to negotiate the best possible terms and conditions that satisfy both internal and external customer requirements.Participate in both local and out of town industry events, trade shows, conventions, and promotional events to identify new opportunities to grow business revenue.We offer excellent benefits:Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room RatesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with only 30-day waiting period!401K with company matchFree parkingGenerous Paid Time OffPaid Family Bonding Time and Adoption AssistanceTuition ReimbursementEmployee Stock Purchase PlanDiscounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many moreOur Values: Empathy | Wellbeing | Respect | Integrity | Experimentation | InclusionHyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.Refined verbal and written communication skills.Prefer completion of a Hyatt Corporate Management Training program or equivalent training.Prefer 1-2 years previous hotel experience.

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