Event Planning Manager

Direct message the job poster from Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center Empowering and inspiring others, one act of service at a timeWE ARE LOOKING FOR an Event Planning Manager Job Summary: It’s time to elevate your career in Event Planning, and join the Hyatt Regency Portland team! As the largest hotel in Oregon, we welcome groups of all sizes and passions! You will have an opportunity to take your expertise and enthusiasm for events, and turn ideas into reality! This position will host hotel tours and planning visits, support group’s menu development and tastings, review and implement contractual obligations, actively manage guestroom block yield, and facilitate communication before, during and post event with clients and pertinent hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Implement contractual commitments, generate Event Details, and ensure timeliness of final payments and deposits Actively manage Guestroom block yield in accordance with the contract Serve the customer by understanding their needs and recommending the appropriate features and services to best meet and exceed their expectations Work directly with clients, gathering necessary information for guestroom arrangements, menu planning, room set-up and diagrams, event agendas, rental orders, décor, estimates and billing details, and any other requirements relevant to their event in a timely manner, assisting with those items as necessary Interact effectively with all departments within the hotel to ensure guest satisfaction and a positive work environment Work closely with industry partners as a representative of the hotel, city and brand Act as the on-site contact with flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as applicable What are the additional benefits of working at the Hyatt Regency Portland?