Meetings & Events Manager
Come be a part of something bigger! Benchmark Pyramid is a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home.
Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:
Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses) 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future) Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn't love to get away) Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you) Employee family events (bring the kids!) Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few Many more, please inquire for more details If you love creating memorable Meetings & Events, you are a great fit for us! Coming in at # 3 in the top 10 places to work in NJ, we are a great fit for you! As a Meeting and Event Manager you should bring to the table the ability to effectively plan out logistics of meeting and event functions with keen attention to detail and sharp execution.
This position is primarily virtual M-F 8am-5pm with flexibility to work in the office for meetings/events, as needed, as well as evenings/weekends on occasion.
Occasional travel may be required.
What you will have an opportunity to do:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent BA in Hotel Management or minimum 3 years' experience in conference center or event planning management Three years' experience in the hospitality industry, preferably associated with Corporate Conference Centers or Conference Center Resorts Supervisory preferred Extensive knowledge of conference service equipment, set-up styles, and audio-visual Preferred experience as a Sales & Catering system administrator or key-op Excellent computer software knowledge; to include Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Sales & Catering Systems Ability to communicate effectively with clients, to all other departments and interdepartmentally Organizational skills Your Role:
Manage the Event Order distribution process to ensure accuracy and meet all deadlines for reporting & communication needs Responsible for managing all details of planning Assist with documentation of standards and training plans for the MES team Support VZW leadership through scheduling and projects as assigned Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, all details of events to appropriate personnel in timely manner and meet with employee groups, when necessary, to ensure event details are executed flawlessly Maintain the highest level of employee/guest relations, and excellent working relationships with operational departments and clients Ensures highest customer service levels and department/property goals are achieved through effective communication, creativity, fact-finding, leadership and motivation Knowledgeable with the property's accommodations, meeting facilities and support services available at and through the property in order to best promote the effective utilization of the property by assigned corporate accounts Coordinates vendors, obtains quotes, client contracts etc.
Takes a proactive approach toward client satisfaction including creative solutions Performs some administrative duties Meets with property Event Coordinators and Community Managers regularly to ensure an open line of communication, encourage employee morale and problem solve any employee issues Stays current with industry trends Follow grooming standards maintaining a professional image in dress and mannerisms What are we looking for? Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location.
This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
Recommended Skills Administration Attention To Detail Coordinating Creativity Customer Service Fact Finding Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:
Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses) 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future) Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn't love to get away) Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program (We are here to support you) Employee family events (bring the kids!) Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few Many more, please inquire for more details If you love creating memorable Meetings & Events, you are a great fit for us! Coming in at # 3 in the top 10 places to work in NJ, we are a great fit for you! As a Meeting and Event Manager you should bring to the table the ability to effectively plan out logistics of meeting and event functions with keen attention to detail and sharp execution.
This position is primarily virtual M-F 8am-5pm with flexibility to work in the office for meetings/events, as needed, as well as evenings/weekends on occasion.
Occasional travel may be required.
What you will have an opportunity to do:
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent BA in Hotel Management or minimum 3 years' experience in conference center or event planning management Three years' experience in the hospitality industry, preferably associated with Corporate Conference Centers or Conference Center Resorts Supervisory preferred Extensive knowledge of conference service equipment, set-up styles, and audio-visual Preferred experience as a Sales & Catering system administrator or key-op Excellent computer software knowledge; to include Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Sales & Catering Systems Ability to communicate effectively with clients, to all other departments and interdepartmentally Organizational skills Your Role:
Manage the Event Order distribution process to ensure accuracy and meet all deadlines for reporting & communication needs Responsible for managing all details of planning Assist with documentation of standards and training plans for the MES team Support VZW leadership through scheduling and projects as assigned Communicates effectively, verbally and in writing, all details of events to appropriate personnel in timely manner and meet with employee groups, when necessary, to ensure event details are executed flawlessly Maintain the highest level of employee/guest relations, and excellent working relationships with operational departments and clients Ensures highest customer service levels and department/property goals are achieved through effective communication, creativity, fact-finding, leadership and motivation Knowledgeable with the property's accommodations, meeting facilities and support services available at and through the property in order to best promote the effective utilization of the property by assigned corporate accounts Coordinates vendors, obtains quotes, client contracts etc.
Takes a proactive approach toward client satisfaction including creative solutions Performs some administrative duties Meets with property Event Coordinators and Community Managers regularly to ensure an open line of communication, encourage employee morale and problem solve any employee issues Stays current with industry trends Follow grooming standards maintaining a professional image in dress and mannerisms What are we looking for? Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location.
This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.
Recommended Skills Administration Attention To Detail Coordinating Creativity Customer Service Fact Finding Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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