What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Manager position at Saluhall Inc?
JOB SUMMARY
If you are local to the San Francisco area and have experience in the Hospitality industry, that is a PLUS!
RESPONSIBILITIES
Handle all incoming event inquiries; must ensure follow up on the same business day
Coordinate all administrative event details with client from inquiry to close including negotiating, executing proposals, contracts, credit card authorization forms, developing floor plans, and post event follow-up
Coordinate all logistical event & activation details from planning to execution, including site inspections, tastings, vendor meetings, and day-of onsite client contact
Coordinate with Operations Team to ensure seamless execution of event
Act as primary onsite contact to client at events & activations; must be able to monitor the progress of the event and deal with diversions and uncertainties immediately, and must be able to perform well under pressure
Build and maintain client database to ensure repeat business by providing excellent guest service
Establish key relationships with new corporate clients, high profile fashion houses, media, and destination management companies
Consistently brainstorm and implement new marketing ideas to build business
Develop long-term event strategies that demonstrate continued evolution. To include, but not limited to, conducting industry research to identify new event opportunities and maintaining knowledge on local competitors
Solicit and promote special event business through advertising, cold-calling, contacting past customers, relationships with local businesses and other cost-effective activities.
Develop and maintain an updated and detailed price sheet of all billable products and services that accurately reflects today’s costs and the company’s profit objectives.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
- Proven experience as event manager and driving a common business objective
- Skilled in project management
- Knowledge of KPIs and marketing techniques for event management
- Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office & Google Suite
- Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
- Excellent organizational skills
- A knack for problem-solving
- Customer-service orientation
- A team player with leadership skills
BSc/BA in PR, marketing, hospitality management or related field is preferred
SPECIFIC JOB ATTRIBUTES:
- Good communication skills and organizational skills
- Ability to handle stressful situations and be able to prevent and/or handle emergency situations
- A cheerful, positive attitude when working with a variety of people, and be able to work well under pressure. To provide a courteous and professional service
- Responsible, neat and clean in appearance
- Strong communication skills with supervisors and employees
- Must be able to read, write and speak English. Bi-lingual is a plus.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION:
- Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature is moderated and controlled by facility environmental systems
- Able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for an extended period of time
- Able to lift up to 25lbs. and on a regular and continuing basis
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, twist, walk, crouch, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks
- Manual dexterity required to use and operate all necessary equipment
- Talking, hearing and seeing (vision) occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, Supervisors and other Employees
- Has an open and flexible availability as schedules may change based on business demand
Compensation range: $100,000 Annually W2. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, location and skill set of the individual selected for this position.
Saluhall is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.
ABOUT SALUHALL
Saluhall Market is Opening Soon and we are now hiring!
Saluhall will launch at INGKA Centres upcoming meeting place on 945 Market Street, San Francisco, in the first quarter of 2024.
Saluhall is a destination to meet, relax, play and try new things. We are a celebration of Scandinavian food principles that nourish both body and soul. Saluhall’s inception is rooted in a dedication to spotlighting local food, drink and people with its ambitious commitment to plant-forward as a way of life, aiming to transform the traditional food hall experience. This partnership exemplifies the collaborative, internationalist spirit of San Francisco, where local businesses and talented team members can come together to create something exceptional.