Catering Sales Manager | Hawaii Convention Center

LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services that keeps our partners front and center through our white-label approach. Our network of 450 venues worldwide, hosting 20,000 events and entertaining 165 million guests each year, is powered by our depth of expertise and level of execution across every component — feasibility & consulting, owner’s representation, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and content & booking — of world-class live events and venues. The Legends Global culture is one of respect, ambitious thinking, collaboration, and bold action. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic, make an impact, and grow their career. Winning is an everyday thing at Legends Global. We have the best team members who understand every win is earned when we come together as one unified team. Sound like a winning formula for you? Join us!

THE ROLE

The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for working in conjunction with other members of the sales staff to market the venues and initiate specific event-related promotions to increase revenue.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist Sales team in accomplishing sales and marketing goals.

• Use Sales and Marketing principles to promote the facility.

• Send client pre-event information and follow-up information that affects booking.

• Quote rates and assist with formal license agreements.

• Prepare contracts.

• Handle pre-event correspondence and meetings until account is be turned over to an Event Coordinator.

• Assist Director in developing Marketing Plan to include goals and advertising.

• Carry out specific marketing plan relating to events using support of advertising, as requested by the Director.

• This role may evolve over time, and additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with all Legends Global policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University in Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field preferred

• Minimum 2 years sales related experience required

• Facility/industry experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills required

• Ability to effectively supervise staff

• Ability to prioritize multiple projects

• High aptitude for figures and advanced writing skills

• Professional presentation, appearance, and work ethic

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have working knowledge of spreadsheet software and work processing software and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work under limited supervision and to interact with all levels of staff including management

• Ability to work long and irregular hours that may vary due to functions and may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Some travel as needed

COMPENSATION

$80,000 - $90,000 - commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site - Hawaii Convention Center (Honolulu, HI)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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