Senior Sales Manager (Events)

Job Description

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

Event Planning & Execution: Organize and manage events of various scales from concept to completion. Vendor Coordination: Liaise with caterers, decorators, AV teams, and other vendors to ensure quality service. Client Service: Deliver exceptional guest experiences and address client needs promptly. Budget Oversight: Manage event budgets, control costs, and negotiate vendor contracts. Marketing & Promotion: Develop strategies to promote events and maximize attendance. Team Leadership: Supervise and support event staff, including scheduling and training. Logistics Management: Coordinate transportation, accommodations, and on-site operations. Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to legal, safety, and brand standards Performance Review: Monitor event outcomes and implement improvements.

Qualifications

In addition, this role requires the following minimum qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in event planning or hospitality logistics experience in a hotel catering/events sales role preferred.
• Familiarity with hotel systems (e.g., Delphi, Salesforce, OnQ, Market Planner).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Multi-linguistic skill is a plus.