SENIOR EVENT PLANNER - EVENTIONS

SENIOR EVENT PLANNER - EVENTIONSClick Here to Apply OnlineJob Description Eurest Salary:$78000 - $82500 /yearPay Grade:[[payGrade_obj]]Other Forms of Compensation: As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Expertise in VIP level, complex and high visibility eventsVendor and budget managementLead in executing high level eventsAbility to plan and execute large executive conferences and multi-day summitsDemonstrates outstanding leadership, expertise, management, and consultation skills when conducting business with customers, vendors and to the Eventions teamAbility to anticipate areas of risk and implement creative solutionsCreation and presentation of request for approval (RFP) to customersStay informed with industry standards and share new ideas with the Eventions team membersSupports the culture in being of serviceSchedule appropriate interdepartmental/vendor meetings for the operational aspects of coordinating conference/meeting requirements, which include pre-planning meetings or a pre-conference meeting for the customer and specific vendorsDetermine customer needs and sales potential Ability to anticipate customer needsMeet sales goals, as set by ManagementIdentify new business growthResponsible for growing brand awarenessAttend marketing and networking opportunitiesBe well versed in policies and procedures and provide excellent customer service while adhering to those policiesFoster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication.Point of contact for internal departments and vendors for on-site eventsLead site visits to review event needs and specificationsSuperior oral and written communication skills with an Executive level audience and an innate attention to detailAbility to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing event requirements. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.