Senior Event Planning Manager

The Camby, Autograph Collection is a boutique luxury hotel located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, offering a distinctive and vibrant work environment for those seeking an exciting career in hospitality. As a job applicant, joining the team at The Camby means being part of a unique property known for its upscale design, exceptional service, and dynamic atmosphere. The hotel offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to food and beverage, events, and more, providing a diverse and rewarding career path. The Camby is committed to creating a culture that values creativity, innovation, and outstanding guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a stylish and modern environment, where they can showcase their skills, grow their career, and be part of a team that delivers memorable experiences to guests. Joining the team at The Camby presents a unique opportunity to be part of a one-of-a-kind hotel that is at the forefront of Phoenix's hospitality scene.

A Senior Event Planning Manager is responsible for developing market segments and soliciting both new and existing customer relationships. Represents the hotel at conferences and other external sales presentations to groups and prospective customers to solicit, explain, negotiate, and close group and local catering business. Meets with and entertains customers, conducts property tours, participates in tradeshows, industry and community events to promote facilities and services. Negotiates contracts and establishes agreements with vendors. Maximizes revenue and promotes relationships through negotiation of services and prices.

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.
• 3+ years of food and beverage experience.
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts.
• Demonstrated strong business communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to direct/motivate event sales department to meet and exceed goals.
• Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed.
• Execute and support Hotel Customer Service Standards and Hotel’s Brand Standards.
• Understanding of respective market segment, competitor’s strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand.
• Work well under pressure.
• Time management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering successful outcomes for each.
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.
• Creativity in designing events.
• Working knowledge of banquet department (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).
• Ability to design menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit.
• Strong working knowledge of hotel sales/event CRM systems (e.g., Delphi, Marriott CI/TY, Starwood ISAC, or Hyatt Envision/EMS).
• Working knowledge of statistical data and analytics as they relate to hotel operations and the event sales department.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.