Job Description

Position Type: Temporary Maternity Leave Replacement

# of Positions: 1

Start Date: April 1, 2024

End Date: April 25, 2025

Location: (MIP)Fort McMurray, AB

Requisition #: 2021489

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Manager, Sales & Events the Sales Specialist will oversee clients and assigned portfolios, working closely with internal and external clientele to maximize the catering sales business. The Sales Specialist will assist clients with banquet and event planning to achieve client goals and provides support for operations in the areas of planning, execution, and vendor/client management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains existing accounts and relationships as well as builds relationships with new clients through phone, email and in person communication.
• Work one on one with clients to determine event objectives and works with internal departments to ensure client satisfaction.
• Focus on banquet sales, responsible for maximizing space usage and profitability.
• Monitor sales activities/performance to ensure revenue goals meet or exceed established plan and accurately reports variances/projections.
• Liaise directly with RRC internal departments to support space allocation, meeting, and event needs.
• Prepares supporting documentation including quotes, banquet event orders, sales reports, invoices and debrief documents.
• Support and apply established venue, departmental and corporate processes, and procedures to ensure service requirements are met.
• Support departmental financial objectives through sustainable practices and inventory control.
• Promote a culture of safety and adherence to the RRC safety program.
• All other duties as assigned by Manager, Sales & Events.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience

• Post-Secondary education related to Event Management, and/or Hospitality Management; Combination of education and experience will be considered
• Minimum of one (1) year experience with planning and event coordination
• Current Standard First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or equivalent (including CPR C)
• Previous experience in food service, banquets and or catering services considered an asset
• Previous experience in entertainment, live events or concert production considered an asset
• Pro Serve Certification considered an asset
• Leadership experience in a unionized environment considered an asset
• Previous vendor management and budget reconciliation experience considered an asset

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Positive and professional attitude
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and effective task completion
• Enjoy working in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Highly self-motivated, results driven
• Excellent problem solving and communication abilities in high pressure situations
• Excellent time management, organization, and multi-tasking skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Flexible with working weekends & evenings to meet seasonal demands
• Knowledge of Alberta Health Services (AHS) standards considered an asset

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• This position may require travel between our various facilities within the Wood Buffalo Region. Access to reliable transportation is necessary.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License Required
• Criminal Record Check

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position requires full time work and a flexible schedule including statutory holidays, early morning, late night, and weekend work.
• Work requires use of standard office equipment
• This position may include heavy lifting, carrying, and pushing or pulling of supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs.
• This position requires long periods of sitting down as well as frequent movement within the facility

Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo