Corporate Sales & Event Coordinator - C Hotel

The C Hotel by Carmens is a chic retreat located in Hamilton! At the heart and soul of the C Hotel’s success is a remarkable team, who have been nationally recognized for their sincere and attentive service, flawless performance and culinary excellence.

We are seeking somebody dynamic, personable and passionate to join our C Hotel team! The Corporate Sales & Event Coordinator ensures that our standards of customer service and satisfaction are exceeded throughout the entire event planning process from the point of sale to event finalization.

OUR AWARDS : Great Place to Work Certified 2022, 2023, 2024 Most Trusted Executive Teams 2023 Best Places to Work in Hospitality & Retail 2023 Best Places to Work in Canada 2024 Best Workplaces for Women 2024 Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness - 2024 OPPORTUNITIES WILL INCLUDE : Actively pursue and acquire new corporate event bookings utilizing effective outbound and inbound sales techniques Provide innovative ideas and input for increasing sales numbers, bookings and inquiries Use superb customer service, communication and negotiation skills to establish new client relationships as well as nurturing existing ones Conduct in person sales appointments with inquiring and existing clients Conduct sales calls and venue tours, being a main point of contact for prospective and returning Corporate / Social clients Conduct details appointments with clients for their upcoming events, creating accurate BEOs, floor plans and other documents required.

Maintain superb communication throughout the planning process with our clients and internal team members Respond to customer inquiries, needs and concerns in a friendly, personal and efficient manner.

Create event contracts and collect deposits. Stay up to date with current hospitality and event trends, as well as industry trends and adapt to information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions.

Track sales ensuring targets are being achieved Liaison with suppliers to assist your clients with execution of events. Attend and conduct scheduled team meetings prior to all events to guarantee successful execution.

Other duties as required REQUIREMENTS : 2-3 years of special event, hospitality or travel and tourism related experience 1-2 years customer service experience required Post Secondary education, in Business Administration, Hospitality or related field A sales or marketing Degree from a recognized University is considered an asset Canadian Professional Sales Association (CPSA) certification considered an asset High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills Superior verbal and written communication skills A team - oriented approach to work with strong abilities to provide and receive professional feedback for collective growth Customer service mindset as well as a high level of ethics and integrity Flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends to address client needs WHAT CAN WE OFFER?

Fun and dynamic team - we are Great Place to Work Certified Competitive salary & sales incentive package Pay on demand Professional development opportunities Hotel discounts worldwide Restaurant discounts Personal wellbeing program incentives Staff recognition, years of service rewards Team social events Opportunities for growth and a chance to play a role in our vision to continue being innovators and industry champions within Hamilton and surrounding hospitality community.

Carmens Group is an entertainment and hospitality company committed to creating extraordinary memories for our guests and clients.

Driven by our passion, creativity, innovative thinking, and world class service, we have remained industry champions for over 40 years.

We are committed to enriching the lives of our guests through providing one of a kind experiences at each of our venues including Carmens Event Centre, The C Hotel, The Lakeview, The Hamilton Convention Centre, fig&lemon Catering, Mercanti Specialty Foods, and the Arlington Hotel & River's Edge.

We are devoted to bringing excitement to Hamilton and Southern Ontario, and to enhancing the image of Hamilton with every strategic initiative we pursue.

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request.

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