ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Number25120252
Job CategorySales & Marketing
LocationW Brisbane, 81 North Quay, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 4000
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management

Sales Responsibilities:

• Quote rates and availability in line with function space selling guidelines.
• Lead memorable and tailor-made Insider Tours and Client Entertainment.
• Respond and acknowledge all incoming enquiries and send a formal proposal within 24 hours.
• Conduct post-event follow-up calls to prospect for repeat bookings.
• Prepare and issue event contracts on a timely basis and ensure that contracts and any required deposits are returned by the agreed option dates.
• Represent the brand in all catering and event sales activities with a strong focus on the local catering market.
• Promote Marriott Bonvoy and affiliated offers during the proposal process.

Event Planning Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning of events including full event details, menu selection, and creation of the internal banquet event order and billing charges.
• Communicate between client and reservations department, assisting with confirming group accommodation requirements.
• Review all daily beverage & food and conference charges posted to relevant accounts during each event.
• Monitor group billing accounts for accuracy and coordinate with the Credit Manager for delayed payments.
• Work closely with Assistant B&F Manager, Assistant Banquet Operations Manager and AV Company to ensure all aspects of the event are executed as per the Banquet Event Orders.
• Attend weekly BEO Meetings and Group Movement Meetings for key internal stakeholders.
• Conduct Pre and Post Conference Meetings with event clients as required.
• Ensure smooth flow of information from Sales/Events to Banquet Services and the Beverage & Food Department.