Event Planning Manager

You will have an opportunity to take your expertise and enthusiasm for events, and turn ideas into reality! Responsibilities include but 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? As a Company we received Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For® – FORTUNE and Great Place to Work® – About Hyatt Regency Portland Whether traveling for business or pleasure, Hyatt Regency Portland has everything a traveler could need under one hotel roof with over 600 guest rooms, 16 suites and over 39,000 sq. If you are hosting a meeting or event, our hotel sits directly next to the Oregon Convention Center which houses 328,909 sq. Join us for this incredible opportunity to be a key member of our leadership team at Hyatt Regency Portland and Hyatt Hotels; a company that continuously earns a spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For®, Fortune’s Great Place to Work®, and Fortune’s 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce.